JP2022147497A - game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To prevent an impression of a conservative performance from being given even if the number of display times of a performance result is small.SOLUTION: As the number of times for displaying a second result (for example, a character image) as a performance result is larger, a ratio of suggesting that it is advantageous to a player becomes higher in a special performance, a second result display frequency pattern (for example, a variation pattern in which the number of operable times is equal to or more than 4) can be determined when the second result is displayed for first frequency (for example, once), a first result display frequency pattern (for example, a variation pattern in which the number of operable times is 3) can be determined when a second result is displayed for second frequency (for example, two times) larger than the first frequency as a performance result, and a special performance is executed such that a performance period (for example, five seconds) for displaying a second result as a performance result becomes longer than a performance period (for example, one second) when displaying the first result as a performance result.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 8-18

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD The present invention relates to a game machine such as a pachinko game machine or a slot machine in which games can be played.

As a game machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is shot into a game area by a shooting device, and when the game ball wins a prize in a prize winning area such as a prize winning opening provided in the game area, a predetermined winning value is given to the player. There is something configured in Further, a variable display means is provided that can variably display (also referred to as "variation") the identification information, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information on the variable display means is a specific display result, a predetermined game value is displayed. (so-called pachinko machines).

After setting a predetermined number of bets for one game of predetermined game media, the player operates the start lever to start variable display of the identification information by the variable display device, and the player starts each variable display. By operating a stop button provided corresponding to the display device, the variable display of the identification information is stopped within the range of the predetermined maximum delay time from the operation timing, and the variable display of all the variable display devices is stopped. Winning occurs according to the display result derived when the game is stopped, predetermined game media are paid out according to the winning, and when a specific winning occurs, the game state is changed to a predetermined game value by the player. (so-called slot machines).

The winning value means paying out prize balls or awarding points or prizes according to the winning of game balls in the winning area. In addition, the game value means that when a specific display result is obtained, the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the gaming machine becomes an advantageous state for the player who is likely to win the hit ball, or It is to generate a right to be in an advantageous state, or to be in a state in which the conditions for paying out prize balls are likely to be established.

In the pachinko machine, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed as a display result of variable display of special symbols (identification information) that is started by the variable display means based on the winning of a game ball in the starting winning hole. If it is, a "jackpot (advantageous state)" occurs. It should be noted that the derivation display is to stop and display the symbol. When a big win occurs, for example, the big win opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game shifts to a big win game state in which the ball is likely to win. Then, in each open period, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the large winning openings are won, the large winning opening is closed. The number of openings of the big winning opening is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 16 rounds).
An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the big winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each big winning slot may be called a round.

In such a game machine, a special effect that can display the effect results a plurality of times can be executed, or a plurality of types of effect results can be displayed. be. For example, Patent Literature 1 describes executing a long effect that is composed of a series of continuous images and that is classified into a plurality of block effects with a predetermined interruption effect as a delimiter. Further, in Patent Document 2, a present box is opened during a variable display that is an object of notice, a present image is displayed, and depending on the displayed present image, a pseudo continuous notice effect, a development destination notice effect, or an active hold notice effect is performed. It is stated that either will be executed.

JP 2016-010694 A (paragraph 0084, FIG. 5) JP 2015-134097 A (paragraphs 0370, 0402-0406, FIGS. 47-51)

By combining the gaming machines described in Patent Document 1 and Patent Document 2, it is possible to display the effect results a plurality of times, and it is possible to display a plurality of types of effect results. However, there is a risk of losing interest when unfavorable effects are continuously displayed as effects.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that does not reduce interest even when unfavorable performance results are continuously displayed as performance results.

(Means 1) A gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine capable of playing a game, and is capable of displaying a special effect (for example, FIGS. 8-20 to 8-26 (for example, a part that selects a process table including special effects in step 002IWS104 in the effect control CPU 120 and executes steps 002IWS106 and S305), and a special effect in the special effect Result display number pattern determination means (for example, game control microcomputer 100 step S111 for determining the result display number pattern (for example, variation patterns PA07 to PA21, PB07 to PB21) in which the number of times the result is displayed is set and corresponding display means (for example, active display area 5A) capable of displaying a corresponding display (active display) corresponding to the variable display, and a first result (for example, failure image), a second result (e.g., character image) and a third result (e.g., change in display mode of the active display) suggesting that the player is more advantageous than the first result, and a special In the effect, the greater the number of times the second result is displayed as the effect result, the higher the ratio that suggests that it is advantageous for the player (for example, in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, the The degree of expectation for a big hit (reliability) increases as the number of characters played increases), and the special effect execution means can change the display mode of the corresponding display as the third result When the first result is displayed a predetermined number of times before the second result is displayed as the effect result, the ratio is higher than when the first result is displayed a specific number of times which is less than the predetermined number of times. The special effect can be executed by displaying the third result as the effect result after displaying the first result (for example, as shown in FIG. It is configured so that the display mode of the active display can be easily changed by replacing with the failure image at a rate).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the interest from decreasing even when the first results are consecutive. In addition, in the special effect, as a result, it is possible to make the player feel a sense of anticipation for the results of the character acquisition and the change in the display mode of the active display.

It is a front view of the pachinko game machine in this embodiment. It is a configuration diagram showing various control boards and the like mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is a flow chart which shows an example of game control main processing. It is a flow chart showing an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flow chart which shows an example of special design process processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control process processing. FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a variation pattern table; FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a variation pattern table; 9 is a flowchart showing variable display start setting processing; It is a flow chart which shows special production setting processing. FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a production pattern determination table; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a production pattern determination table; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a production pattern determination table; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a production pattern determination table; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a production pattern determination table; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a production pattern determination table; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a production pattern determination table; FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a character image determination table; FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a character image determination table; FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a character image determination table; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a failure image determination table; It is a flow chart which shows production processing during variable display. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the time chart in case special production|presentation is performed. FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing another example of a time chart when a special effect is executed; It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a time chart in case super ready-to-win production is performed. FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of the effect mode of the special effect; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of the effect mode of the special effect; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of the effect mode of the special effect; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of the effect mode of the special effect; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of the effect mode of the special effect; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of the effect mode of the special effect; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of the effect mode of the special effect; It is a flow chart which shows pre-reading notice setting processing in a modification. 10 is a flowchart showing variable display start setting processing in a modified example; FIG. 11 is a flow chart showing a suspension/active notice effect setting process in a modified example; FIG. FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a symbol replacement determination table; It is a flow chart which shows production processing during variable display in a modification. It is a flow chart which shows production processing during variable display in a modification. FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of a presentation mode in a modified example; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of a presentation mode in a modified example; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of a presentation mode in a modified example;

(Basic explanation)
First, the basic configuration and control of the pachinko game machine 1 (also the configuration and control of a general pachinko game machine) will be described.

(Structure of pachinko machine 1, etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko game machine 1, showing the arrangement layout of the main members. A pachinko game machine (game machine) 1 is roughly composed of a game board (gauge board) 2 forming a game board surface and a game machine frame (underframe) 3 supporting and fixing the game board 2 . A game area is formed in the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is shot from a predetermined ball shooting device and hit into the game area.

At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the game area), a variable display (also called a special game) of special symbols (also called special symbols) as a plurality of types of special identification information is displayed. A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided. Each of these consists of a 7-segment LED or the like. The special symbols are represented by numbers indicating "0" to "9" and lighting patterns such as "-". The special symbol may include a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off.

The "variable display" of special symbols means, for example, that a plurality of types of special symbols are variably displayed (the same applies to other symbols described later). Variations include updating display of a plurality of patterns, scrolling display of a plurality of patterns, deformation of one or more patterns, enlargement/reduction of one or more patterns, and the like. In the variation of special symbols and normal symbols, which will be described later, a plurality of types of special symbols or normal symbols are updated and displayed. In the variation of decorative patterns, which will be described later, a plurality of types of decorative patterns are scrolled or updated, and one or more decorative patterns are deformed or enlarged/reduced. Note that the variation also includes a mode in which a certain symbol is displayed blinking. At the end of the variable display, a predetermined special symbol is stopped and displayed (also referred to as derivation or derivation display) as a display result (the same applies to variable display of other symbols to be described later). Variable display may be expressed as variable display or variation.

The special symbols variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A are also called "first special symbols", and the special symbols variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B are also called "second special symbols". Also, a special game using the first special game is called a "first special game", and a special game using the second special game is called a "second special game". In addition, the number of special symbol display devices that variably display the special symbols may be one.

An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2 . The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display) or an organic EL (Electro Luminescence), and displays various effects images. The image display device 5 may be composed of a projector and a screen. Various effect images are displayed on the image display device 5 .

For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, in synchronism with the first special game and the second special game, a plurality of types of decorative patterns (such as patterns showing numbers) as decoration identification information different from the special patterns. variable display is performed. Here, in synchronization with the first special game or the second special game, decorative patterns are variably displayed (for example, up and down direction scroll display and update display). In addition, the variable display of the special figure game and the decorative pattern that are executed in synchronism is generically called simply variable display.

A display area may be provided on the screen of the image display device 5 for displaying suspended display corresponding to the variable display whose execution is suspended and active display corresponding to the variable display being executed. Suspended display and active display are also collectively referred to as variable display corresponding display corresponding to variable display.

The number of variable representations that are reserved is also referred to as the number of reserved memories. The reserved memory number corresponding to the first special game is also referred to as the first reserved memory number, and the reserved memory number corresponding to the second special game is also referred to as the second reserved memory number. The sum of the first reserved memory count and the second reserved memory count is also referred to as the total reserved memory count.

In addition, at a predetermined position of the game board 2, a first suspension display 25A and a second suspension display 25B each including a plurality of LEDs are provided. , the number of first reserved memories is displayed, and the second reserved display 25B displays the number of second reserved memories according to the number of lit LEDs.

Below the image display device 5, a winning ball device 6A and a variable winning ball device 6B are provided.

Winning ball device 6A, for example, forms a first starting winning opening that is kept in a constant open state in which game balls can enter, for example, by a predetermined ball receiving member. When a game ball enters the first start winning hole, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls are paid out, and the first special game can be started.

The variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) forms a second starting winning hole that changes between a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 2). The variable winning ball device 6B is provided with, for example, an electric tulip-shaped accessory having a pair of movable winglets. comes close to the winning ball device 6A, and the closed state in which the game balls do not enter the second starting winning opening (also referred to as the second starting winning opening being closed). On the other hand, the variable winning ball device 6B is in an open state in which the game ball can enter the second start winning opening (second start It is also said that the prize-winning mouth is open.). When the game ball enters the second start winning hole, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls are paid out, and the second special game can be started. Note that the variable winning ball device 6B may be any device that changes between a closed state and an open state, and is not limited to a device provided with an electric tulip-shaped accessory.

At predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four positions on the left and right sides of the game area), there are provided general winning holes 10 which are always kept open by predetermined ball receiving members. In this case, when the player enters one of the general winning openings 10, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Below the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7 having a large winning hole is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 is provided with a large winning opening door that is driven to open and close by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 2), and the special winning opening as a specific area that changes between an open state and a closed state by the large winning opening door. Form.

As an example, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning door (for the special electric accessory) is in the OFF state, the big winning door closes the big winning door, and the game ball is pushed out. You will not be able to enter (pass through) the prize gate. On the other hand, in the special variable prize winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special prize winning port door is in the ON state, the special prize winning port door opens the big prize winning port, making it easier for the game ball to enter the big prize winning port. Become.

When game balls enter the big winning hole, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. When the game balls enter the big winning hole, more prize balls are paid out than when the game balls enter the first starting winning hole, the second starting winning hole and the general winning hole 10, for example.

Entering a game ball into each winning hole including the general winning hole 10 is also called "winning". In particular, winning a prize to a starting opening (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening starting opening) is also referred to as starting winning.

A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (the left side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). As an example, the normal symbol display device 20 is composed of a 7-segment LED or the like, and performs variable display of normal symbols as a plurality of types of normal identification information different from special symbols. The normal symbols are represented by numbers indicating "0" to "9", lighting patterns such as "-", and the like. The normal pattern may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off. Such a variable display of normal patterns is also called a normal pattern game.

A passage gate 41 through which game balls can pass is provided on the left side of the image display device 5 . Based on the game ball passing through the passage gate 41, the normal game is executed.

Above the normal pattern display 20, a normal pattern holding display 25C is provided. The general pattern suspension display 25C includes, for example, four LEDs, and displays the normal pattern suspension storage number, which is the number of general pattern games whose execution is suspended, by the number of lit LEDs.

The surface of the game board 2 is provided with, in addition to the above structure, a windmill for changing the flowing direction and speed of the game ball and a large number of obstacle nails. At the bottom of the game area, an out port is provided for taking in game balls that have not entered any of the winning ports.

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the game machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 for game effects is provided at the periphery of the game area. ing. The game effect lamp 9 includes an LED.

At a predetermined position (not shown in FIG. 1) of the game board 2, a movable body 32 that operates according to the performance is provided.

A ball hitting operation handle (operation knob) 30 operated by a player or the like to shoot a game ball toward the game area from the ball shooting device is provided at the lower right portion of the game machine frame 3 .

At a predetermined position of the game machine frame 3 below the game area, game balls paid out as prize balls and game balls lent from a predetermined ball lending machine are held (stored) so as to be supplied to the ball shooting device. ) is provided with a batted ball supply plate (upper plate). Below the upper plate, there is provided a batted ball supply plate (lower plate) from which prize balls are dispensed when the upper plate is full.

A stick controller 31A that can be held and tilted by a player is attached to a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the game area. The stick controller 31A is provided with a trigger button that can be pressed by the player. An operation on the stick controller 31A is detected by a controller sensor unit 35A (see FIG. 2).

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the game area, there is provided a push button 31B that allows the player to perform a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation. An operation on the push button 31B is detected by a push sensor 35B (see FIG. 2).

The pachinko game machine 1 is provided with a stick controller 31A and a push button 31B as detection means for detecting actions (operations, etc.) of the player, but detection means other than these may be provided.

(Overview of Game Progress)
A game ball is shot toward a game area by a player's rotating operation of a ball-hitting operation handle 30 provided in the pachinko game machine 1 . When the game ball passes through the passage gate 41, the normal pattern display device 20 starts the normal pattern game. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 during the period during the execution of the previous normal game (when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 but the normal game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately) , the normal game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4).

In this normal pattern game, if a specific normal pattern (normal pattern per pattern) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal pattern becomes "normal pattern per pattern". On the other hand, if a normal pattern (normal pattern losing pattern) other than the normal pattern per pattern is stop-displayed as the determined normal pattern, the display result of the normal pattern becomes "normal pattern losing". When it comes to "normal game", the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined period of time and the opening control is performed (the second start winning opening is opened).

When a game ball enters the first starting winning hole formed in the winning ball device 6A, the first special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is started.

When the game ball enters the second starting winning hole formed in the variable winning ball device 6B, the second special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B is started.

In addition, when the game ball enters (wins) the start winning opening during the period during which the special game is running, or during the period when it is controlled to the big win game state or the small win game state described later (although the start win has occurred If the special game based on the starting prize cannot be executed immediately), the execution of the special game based on the entry is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4).

In the special symbol game, if a specific special symbol (a big hit symbol, for example, "7", the actual symbol differs depending on the type of the big hit described below) is stopped and displayed as a fixed special symbol, it becomes a "big win" and a big winning symbol. If a predetermined special symbol (a small winning symbol, for example, "2") different from the symbol is stop-displayed, it becomes a "small winning". Also, if a special symbol (losing symbol, for example, "-") different from the big-hit symbol or the small-hit symbol is stop-displayed, it becomes "losing".

After the display result in the special game becomes "big win", the game is controlled to a big win game state as an advantageous state for the player. After the display result in the special game becomes "minor win", it is controlled to the small win game state.

In the jackpot game state, the jackpot formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined manner. The open state is the timing of the elapse of a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds or 1.8 seconds) and the timing until the number of game balls entering the big winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 9). It will continue until whichever comes first. The predetermined period is an upper limit period during which the big winning slot can be opened in one round, and is hereinafter also referred to as an upper limit opening period. One cycle in which the big winning opening is opened in this way is called a round (round game). In the jackpot game state, the round can be repeatedly executed until it reaches a predetermined upper limit number of times (15 times or 2 times).

In the jackpot game state, the player can get a prize ball by entering the game ball into the big winning hole. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The larger the number of rounds in the jackpot game state and the longer the upper limit period of opening, the more advantageous the player is.

In addition, a jackpot type is set in the "jackpot". For example, a plurality of types of opening modes (number of rounds and upper limit period of opening) of the big winning opening and game states after the jackpot game state (normal state, time saving state, variable probability state, etc. described later) are prepared, and the jackpot is obtained according to these. type is set.
As the jackpot type, there may be provided a jackpot type in which a large number of prize balls can be obtained, and a jackpot type in which a small number of prize balls or almost no prize balls can be obtained.

In the small winning game state, the big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined opening mode. For example, in the small winning game state, the same opening mode as the big winning game state when some jackpot types etc.), the big prize opening is opened. In addition, you may provide a small-hit classification also in a "small-hit" like a big-hit classification.

After the jackpot game state is finished, depending on the jackpot type, it may be controlled to a time-saving state or a variable probability state.

In the time saving state, the control (time saving control) that shortens the average special figure fluctuation time (period of varying the special figure) than the normal state is executed. In the time-saving state, by shortening the average normal figure fluctuation time (the period during which the normal figure is changed) than in the normal state, and by improving the probability of becoming a "normal figure hit" in the general figure game than in the normal state, etc. Control (high opening control, high base control) that makes it easier for game balls to enter the second start winning opening is also executed. Since the time-saving state is a state in which the variation efficiency of the special symbols (especially the second special symbols) is improved, it is an advantageous state for the player.

In the variable probability state (probability variable state), in addition to the time-saving control, the variable probability control in which the probability that the display result is a "jackpot" is higher than in the normal state is executed. The variable probability state is a state in which the variation efficiency of the special symbols is improved, and in addition, a "big hit" is likely to occur, so it is a further advantageous state for the player.

The time saving state and the variable probability state are continued until one of the end conditions such as execution of the special game for a predetermined number of times and start of the next big win game state is established first. The end condition that the special figure game of a predetermined number of times has been executed is also referred to as a number cut (number cut time reduction, number cut probability variable, etc.).

The normal state means a game state other than a special state such as an advantageous state such as a jackpot game state that is advantageous to the player, a time saving state, a variable probability state, etc., and the display result in the normal game is "normal game". The pachinko gaming machine 1, such as the probability and the probability that the display result in the special game will be a "jackpot", returns to the initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, when the system is reset, a predetermined return after power-on) It is the state controlled in the same way as when processing is not executed).

The state in which probability variable control is executed is also called a high probability state, and the state in which probability variable control is not executed is also called a low probability state. A state in which time-saving control is performed is also referred to as a high-based state, and a state in which time-saving control is not performed is also referred to as a low-based state. Combining these, the short-time state is also called a low-probability-high base state, the probability-variable state is a high-probability-high base state, and the normal state is a low-probability-low base state. The high probability state and the low base state are also referred to as the high probability low base state.

After the small win game state is over, the game state is not changed, and the game state before the display result of the special figure game becomes "small win" is continuously controlled (however, "small win" occurs). If the special game at the time is the special game for the predetermined number of times in the above cut, the game state is naturally changed). In addition, there may not be a "small hit" as a display result of a special figure game.

In addition, the game state may change based on the fact that the game ball has passed through a specific area (for example, a specific area within the big winning opening) during the jackpot game state. For example, when the game ball passes through the specific area, it may be controlled to the probability variable state after the big hit game state.

(Progress of production, etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects such as notifying the progress of the game and exciting the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The production will be described below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5. In addition to or instead of the display, sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and/or the game effect lamp 9 It may be performed by turning on/off, operation of the movable body 32, or the like.

As an effect executed according to the progress of the game, the first special game or the second In response to the start of the 2 special figure game, the variable display of the decoration pattern is started. At the timing when the display result (also called fixed special pattern) is stopped and displayed in the first special game or the second special game, a fixed decorative pattern (combination of three decorative patterns), which is the display result of variable display of decorative patterns, is displayed. ) is also stopped (derived).

During the period from the start of the variable display of the decorative design to the end of the variable display, the variable display of the decorative design may be in a predetermined ready-to-win state (ready-to-win state is established). Here, the ready-to-win mode means that when the decorative symbols stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitute a part of the jackpot combination described later, the decorative symbols that are not stopped and displayed are displayed in a variable manner. It is the aspect that is continuing.

Further, a ready-to-win effect is executed in response to the above-described ready-to-win mode during the variable display of decorative symbols. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the ratio of the display result (the display result of the special game or the display result of the variable display of the decoration pattern) to the "big win" (also called the "big win reliability" or "big win expectation") depends on the performance mode. A plurality of different types of ready-to-win effects are executed. The ready-to-win performance includes, for example, a normal reach and a super-to-win with higher reliability than the normal reach.

When the display result of the special game is a "big hit", a fixed decorative pattern that is a predetermined big hit combination is derived as a display result of the variable display of decorative patterns on the screen of the image display device 5 (decoration The display result of the variable display of the pattern becomes a "jackpot"). As an example, the same decoration patterns (for example, "7" etc.) are stop-displayed together on predetermined effective lines in the "left", "middle" and "right" decoration pattern display areas 5L, 5C and 5R. .

In the case of a ``variable probability big hit'' controlled to a variable probability state after the end of the big win game state, odd decorative patterns (for example, "7" etc.) are stopped and displayed together, and the variable probability state is entered after the end of the big win game state. In the case of an uncontrolled "non-probability variable jackpot (normal jackpot)", even-numbered decorative symbols (for example, "6") may be stopped and displayed together. In this case, odd-numbered decorative patterns are also called probability variable patterns and even-numbered decorative patterns are also called non-probable variable patterns (normal patterns). After becoming a ready-to-win mode with non-probability variation symbols, a promotion performance may be executed to finally become a "probability variation big hit".

When the display result of the special figure game is "small hit", on the screen of the image display device 5, as a display result of the variable display of decorative patterns, a fixed decorative pattern (for example, " 1, 3, 5", etc.) are derived (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern becomes a "minor hit"). As an example, decoration symbols constituting a chance eye are stopped and displayed on predetermined effective lines in the “left”, “middle” and “right” decoration symbol display areas 5L, 5C and 5R. In addition, when the display result of the special game is a "big hit" of some jackpot types (jackpot types in the same manner as the small win game state), and when it becomes a "minor hit" , a common fixed decoration pattern may be derived and displayed.

If the display result of the special game is "Loss", the variable display mode of the decorative pattern does not become the ready-to-win mode, and the fixed decorative pattern of the non-reach combination (" Also referred to as "non-reach loss".) may be stopped (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern becomes "non-reach loss"). In addition, when the display result is "losing", after the mode of variable display of the decorative pattern becomes the ready-to-win mode, the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is a predetermined ready-to-win combination ("reach losing") that is not a big hit combination. (Also called) fixed decorative pattern is displayed stop (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is "reach lost").

The effects that can be executed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 include displaying the variable display corresponding display (suspended display and active display). In addition, as other effects, for example, a notice effect for notifying the reliability of the big hit is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols. The notice effect includes a notice effect for notifying the reliability of the big win in the variable display during execution and a pre-reading notice effect for notifying the reliability of the big win in the variable display before execution (variable display whose execution is suspended). As the pre-reading advance notice effect, an effect of changing the display mode of the display corresponding to the variable display (suspended display or active display) to a mode different from normal may be executed.

Also, in the image display device 5, the decorative patterns are temporarily stopped during the variable display of the decorative patterns, and then the variable display is restarted, so that one variable display is simulated as a plurality of variable displays. A pseudo continuous effect may be executed.

During the big winning game state, the performance during the big winning is executed to report the big winning game state. As the effect during the big win, the effect of notifying the number of rounds or the promotion effect indicating that the value of the big win game state is improved may be executed. Also, during the small-hit game state, an effect during the small-hit game for notifying the small-hit game state is executed. It should be noted that during the small winning game state, some of the jackpot types (jackpot types in the jackpot game state in the same manner as the small hit game state, for example, the jackpot type in the subsequent game state high probability state) jackpot game By executing a common performance in both states, the player may not know whether the current state is a small win game state or a big win game state. In such a case, by executing a common performance after the end of the small winning game state and after the end of the big winning game state, it is made impossible to distinguish whether the state is a high probability state or a low probability state. may

Further, for example, when a special game or the like is not being executed, a demonstration (demonstration) image is displayed on the image display device 5 (customer waiting demonstration effect is executed).

(Substrate configuration)
The pachinko game machine 1 is equipped with a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a sound control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15, etc., as shown in FIG. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, and a power supply board are arranged on the back surface of the pachinko game machine 1 .

The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and the progress of the above-mentioned games in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (execution of a special game (including management of suspension), execution of a general-purpose game (including management of suspension), jackpot game state, small hit game state, game state, etc.) has a function to control. The main board 11 has a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like.

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 102, and a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103. , a random number circuit 104 and an I/O (Input/Output port) 105 .

The CPU 103 executes a program stored in the ROM 101 to perform processing for controlling the progress of the game (processing for realizing the functions of the main substrate 11). At this time, various data stored in the ROM 101 (variation patterns described later, effect control commands described later, data such as various tables referred to when making various decisions described later) are used, and the RAM 102 is used as the main memory. . The RAM 102 is a backup RAM that retains stored contents for a predetermined period of time even if the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is stopped in part or in its entirety. All or part of the program stored in the ROM 101 may be developed in the RAM 102 and executed on the RAM 102 .

The random number circuit 104 counts updatably numerical data representing various random numbers (game random numbers) used to control the progress of the game. The game random numbers may be updated (updated by software) when the CPU 103 executes a predetermined computer program.

The I/O 105 includes, for example, an input port to which various signals (detection signals to be described later) are input, various signals (first special symbol display device 4A, second special symbol display device 4B, normal symbol display device 20, first reservation It includes an output port for transmitting a signal for controlling (driving) the indicator 25A, the second hold indicator 25B, the normal figure hold indicator 25C, and a solenoid drive signal).

The switch circuit 110 receives detection signals from various switches (gate switch 21, starting switch (first starting switch 22A and second starting switch 22B), count switch 23) for detecting game balls A detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on by entering) is captured and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. The transmission of the detection signal means that the passage or entry of the game ball has been detected.

Solenoid circuit 111, a solenoid drive signal from the game control microcomputer 100 (for example, a signal to turn on the solenoid 81 and the solenoid 82), to the solenoid 81 for normal electric accessories and the solenoid 82 for the big winning entrance door transmit.

The main board 11 (game control microcomputer 100), as part of the control of the progress of the game, produces a production control command (a command to specify (notify) the progress of the game, etc.) according to the progress of the game. 12. The effect control command output from the main board 11 is relayed by the relay board 15 and supplied to the effect control board 12. - 特許庁The effect control command includes, for example, various determination results on the main board 11 (for example, the display result of the special game (including the jackpot type), the variation pattern used when executing the special game (details will be described later). )), game status (for example, start and end of variable display, opening status of big winning slots, occurrence of winning, number of reserved memories, game status), commands specifying error occurrence, and the like.

The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives the effect control command, and produces effects based on the received effect control command (various effects according to the progress of the game, (including various notifications such as driving of the movable body 32, error notification, power failure recovery notification, etc.).

The performance control board 12 is equipped with a performance control CPU 120, a ROM 121, a RAM 122, a display control section 123, a random number circuit 124, and an I/O 125.

The effect control CPU 120 executes a program stored in the ROM 121 to execute a process for executing the effect together with the display control unit 123 (a process for realizing the above function of the effect control board 12, and the effect to be executed (including the decision, etc.). At this time, various data (data such as various tables) stored in the ROM 121 are used, and the RAM 122 is used as a main memory.

The effect control CPU 120 displays the execution of the effect based on the detection signal from the controller sensor unit 35A and the push sensor 35B (a signal that is output when an operation by the player is detected and appropriately indicates the operation content). The controller 123 may also be instructed.

The display control unit 123 includes a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), etc., and executes an effect based on an effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120 .

The display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to display a performance image by supplying a video signal corresponding to the performance to be executed to the image display device 5 based on the performance execution instruction from the performance control CPU 120 . The display control unit 123 further supplies a sound designation signal (a signal designating the sound to be output) to the sound control board 13 in order to output sound synchronized with the display of the effect image and turn on/off the game effect lamp 9 . Also, it supplies a lamp signal (a signal specifying the lighting/extinguishing mode of the lamp) to the lamp control board 14 . Further, the display control unit 123 supplies a signal for operating the movable body 32 to the movable body 32 or a driving circuit for driving the movable body 32 .

The audio control board 13 is equipped with various circuits for driving the speakers 8L and 8R, drives the speakers 8L and 8R based on the sound designation signal, and outputs the sound designated by the sound designation signal from the speakers 8L and 8R. Let

The lamp control board 14 is equipped with various circuits for driving the game effect lamp 9, drives the game effect lamp 9 based on the lamp signal, and turns on/off the game effect lamp 9 in a manner specified by the lamp signal. do. In this manner, the display control unit 123 controls sound output and lighting/extinguishing of the lamp.

The effect control CPU 120 executes voice output, lamp lighting/extinguishing control (supply of sound designation signals and lamp signals, etc.), and control of the movable body 32 (supply of signals for operating the movable body 32, etc.). You may do so.

The random number circuit 124 counts updatably numerical data indicating various random numbers (random numbers for effects) used for executing various effects. The effect random number may be updated by effect control CPU 120 executing a predetermined computer program (updated by software).

I / O 125 mounted on the production control board 12 has an input port for taking in production control commands transmitted from, for example, the main board 11, and various signals (video signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal). and an output port of

Boards other than the main board 11, such as the effect control board 12, the sound control board 13, and the lamp control board 14, are also called sub-boards. A plurality of sub-boards may be provided for each function as in the pachinko game machine 1, or one sub-board may be configured to have a plurality of functions.

(motion)
Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko game machine 1 will be described.

(Major operations of the main substrate 11)
First, main operations in the main board 11 will be described. When power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes the game control main process. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing game control main processing executed by the CPU 103 on the main substrate 11. As shown in FIG.

In the game control main process shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Subsequently, necessary initial settings are performed (step S2). Initial settings include stack pointer setting, internal device register setting (CTC (counter/timer circuit), parallel input/output port, etc.), setting to make RAM 102 accessible, and the like.

Next, it is determined whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is ON (step S3). The clear switch is mounted, for example, on the power board. When the clear switch is turned on and the power is turned on, an output signal (clear signal) is input to the game control microcomputer 100 through the input port. If the output signal from the clear switch is ON (step S3; Yes), initialization processing (step S8) is executed. In the initialization processing, the CPU 103 performs RAM clear processing for clearing flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets initial values in the work area.

Moreover, CPU103 transmits the production|presentation control command which instruct|indicates initialization to the production|presentation control board 12 (step S9). When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command, for example, the image display device 5 displays a screen for notifying that the control of the gaming machine has been initialized.

If the output signal from the clear switch is not ON (step S3; No), it is determined whether backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) (step S4). When the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped due to an unexpected power failure or the like (power failure), the CPU 103 executes the power supply stop processing immediately before the pachinko game machine 1 becomes inoperable due to the stoppage of the power supply. In the power supply stop processing, processing for turning on a backup flag indicating that data is to be backed up in the RAM 102, data protection processing for the RAM 102, and the like are executed. Data protection processing includes adding an error detection code (checksum, parity bit, etc.) and backing up various data. The data to be backed up includes not only various data (including various flags, states of various timers, etc.) for progressing the game, but also the states of the backup flags and error detection codes. In step S4, it is determined whether or not the backup flag is ON. If the backup flag is off and backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; No), an initialization process (step S8) is executed.

If backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; Yes), the CPU 103 checks the backup data (using an error detection code) and determines whether the data is normal (step S5). In step S5, for example, it is determined whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply was stopped, using a parity bit or a checksum. If it is determined that they match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal.

If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step S5; No), the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply was stopped, so initialization processing (step S8) is executed.

When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step S5; Yes), the CPU 103 performs recovery processing (step S6) to return the internal state of the main board 11 to the state when the power supply was stopped. In the recovery process, the CPU 103 sets the work area based on the contents of the RAM 102 (the contents of the backed-up data). As a result, the game state at the time of stopping the power supply is restored, and when the special symbols are fluctuating, the fluctuation of the special symbols is resumed from the state before restoration by executing the game control timer interrupt process described later. will be

And CPU103 transmits the production|presentation control command which instruct|indicates restoration from a power failure to the production|presentation control board 12 (step S7). In accordance with this, an effect control command that specifies the game state before the power outage that is backed up, and if the special game is being executed, the effect control that specifies the display result of the special game that is being executed You may make it transmit a command. These commands can use the same commands as the commands set for transmission in the special symbol process described later. When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command specifying the restoration time from the power failure, for example, the image display device 5 notifies that the power failure has been restored or is being restored from the power failure. Display the screen for The effect control CPU 120 may perform appropriate screen display based on the effect control command.

After completing the recovery process or the initialization process and transmitting the effect control command to the effect control board 12, the CPU 103 executes the random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 104 (step S10). Then, the register of the CTC built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set so that the timer interrupt is periodically applied every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S11), and the interrupt is permitted (step S12). ). After that, loop processing is entered. Thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 at predetermined time intervals (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing.

When the CPU 103 that has executed such game control main processing receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and accepts the interrupt request, it executes the game control timer interrupt processing shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the timer interrupt processing for game control shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process, so that the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port through the switch circuit 110, and It is determined whether or not detection signals have been received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Subsequently, by executing predetermined main-side error processing, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, jackpot information (information indicating the number of occurrences of jackpots, etc.) supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, start information (start Data such as information indicating the number of wins, etc.), probability change information (information indicating the number of times the odd state has occurred, etc.) is output (step S23).

Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least part of the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S24). After that, the CPU 103 executes a special symbol process (step S25). CPU103 by executing the special symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, management of execution and suspension of the special symbol game, control of the big hit game state and small hit game state, control of the game state, etc. are realized (details later).

Following the special symbol process, the normal symbol process is executed (step S26). The CPU 103 executes normal symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, thereby managing the execution and suspension of the normal symbol game based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21 (based on the game ball passing through the passage gate 41), It is possible to control the opening of the variable winning ball device 6B based on the "normal game hit". The execution of the normal pattern game is performed by driving the normal pattern display device 20, and the normal pattern reservation number is displayed by lighting the normal pattern reservation display device 25C.

After executing the normal symbol process processing, as part of the game control timer interrupt processing, processing when power failure occurs, processing for paying out prize balls, and the like may be performed. After that, the CPU 103 executes command control processing (step S27). The CPU 103 may transmit and set an effect control command in each of the processes described above. In the command control process of step S27, a process of transmitting the effect control command set for transmission to the sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12 is performed. After executing the command control process, after permitting the interrupt, the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

FIG. 5 is a flow chart showing an example of the process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 4 as the special symbol process process. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a starting winning determination process (step S101).

In the starting winning determination process, the occurrence of starting winning is detected, and the process of storing the pending information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 and updating the pending storage number is executed. When a starting prize is generated, a random number value for determining the display result (including the jackpot type) and the variation pattern is extracted and stored as pending information. Further, based on the extracted random number value, a process of prefetching and judging a display result or a variation pattern may be executed. After storing the pending information and the number of pending memories, the transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command for designating the judgment results such as the generation of starting winning, the number of pending memories, and the look-ahead judgment to the production control board 12 is performed. . The effect control command at the time of starting winning set to be transmitted in this manner is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process of step S27 shown in FIG. is transmitted to

After executing the starting prize determination process in S101, the CPU 103 selects and executes one of the processes of steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the RAM102. In addition, in each process (steps S110 to S120) of the special symbol process process, transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command corresponding to each process to the effect control board 12 is performed.

The special symbol normal process of step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "0" (initial value). In this special symbol normal process, it is determined whether or not to start the first special symbol game or the second special symbol game based on the presence or absence of pending information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, based on the random number value for determining the display result, whether or not the display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is a "big hit" or "small hit", and the type of the big hit in the case of "big hit". is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Furthermore, in the special symbol normal process, a fixed special symbol (any one of a big hit symbol, a small winning symbol, or a losing symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. After that, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal process ends. In addition, the special figure game using the second special figure may be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure (also called special figure 2 priority digestion). Also, the winning order of the game balls to the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be stored, and the condition for starting the special game may be established in the order of winning (also called winning order).

When making various decisions based on random numbers, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (tables in which decision values to be compared with random numbers are assigned to decision results) are referred to. Other decisions on the main board 11 and various decisions on the effect control board 12 are the same. Various tables are stored in the ROM 121 of the effect control board 12 .

The variation pattern setting process of step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "1". In this variation pattern setting process, one of a plurality of variation patterns is selected using random numbers for determining the variation pattern based on the result of pre-determination as to whether the display result is a "big hit" or a "small hit." including the process of determining In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the variation pattern setting process ends.

The variation pattern is the execution time of the special game (special figure fluctuation time) (also the execution time of the variable display of the decorative pattern), the form of variable display of the decorative pattern (whether or not there is reach, etc.), and the variable display of the decorative pattern It designates the content of the production (type of reach production, etc.), and is also called a variable display pattern.

The special symbol variation process of step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "2". This special symbol variation processing includes a process of setting for varying the special symbols in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and the elapsed time after the special symbol starts to vary. It includes a process to measure . Also, it is determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure variation time corresponding to the variation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3", and the special symbol variation processing ends.

The special symbol stop processing of step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "3". In this special symbol stop processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B stop the variation of the special symbol, and stop display (derivate) the fixed special symbol which is the display result of the special symbol. It includes a process to set for Then, when the display result is "big hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "4". On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off and the display result is "small hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "8". Moreover, when the display result is "losing", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "small hit" or "losing", when it is controlled to the time saving state or the variable probability state, and when the end of the number cut is established, the game state is also updated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the special symbol stop processing ends.

The jackpot opening preprocessing of step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "4". This jackpot opening pre-processing includes processing for making settings for starting a round in the jackpot gaming state and opening the jackpot, based on the fact that the display result is a "jackpot". is When opening the big winning opening, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the big winning opening door is executed. At this time, for example, an upper limit period for opening the big winning opening and an upper limit number of rounds to be executed are set according to the type of the jackpot. When these settings are completed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", and the big hit opening pretreatment is completed.

The process during jackpot opening of step S115 is performed when the value of a special figure process flag is "5". In this process during the opening of the big win, there is a process of measuring the elapsed time from opening the big winning hole, and based on the measured elapsed time and the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, the big winning hole is detected. It includes processing for determining whether or not it is time to return from the open state to the closed state. Then, when returning the large winning opening to the closed state, after executing processing such as stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "6", The process during jackpot opening is terminated.

The jackpot opening post-processing of step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "6". This jackpot opening post-processing includes a process of determining whether or not the number of executions of a round in which the jackpot is opened has reached a set upper limit execution number, and a jackpot game state when the number of executions reaches the upper limit execution number. It includes processing to make settings for terminating . Then, when the number of executions of the round has not reached the upper limit number of executions, the value of the special process flag is updated to "5", while when the number of executions of the round reaches the upper limit number of executions, the special process flag The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the jackpot release post-processing ends.

The jackpot end processing of step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "7". This jackpot end processing includes a process of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to a period in which an ending production is executed as a production operation for notifying the end of the jackpot game state, and a probability change corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state. It includes processing for performing various settings for starting control and time saving control. When such setting is performed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the jackpot ending process ends.

Small hit opening pretreatment of step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "8". This small hit opening pre-processing includes a process of setting to open the big winning opening in the small win game state based on the display result being "small win". At this time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "9", and the small hit opening preprocessing ends.

The process during the small hit opening of step S119 is performed when the value of the special figure process flag is "9". In this small winning opening process, there is a process of measuring the elapsed time from opening the big winning opening, and the timing of returning the big winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. It includes processing for determining whether or not When the big winning opening is returned to the closed state and the end timing of the small winning game state comes, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "10", and the small winning open processing is ended.

Small hit end processing of step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "10". This small-hit end processing includes a process of waiting until the waiting time corresponding to the period during which the effect operation for informing the end of the small-hit game state is executed elapses. Here, when the small winning game state ends, the game state in the pachinko game machine 1 before entering the small winning game state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small winning game state has passed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the small winning end processing ends.

(Major operations of production control board 12)
Next, main operations in the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated, and the effect control main processing as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 6 is executed. When the production control main processing shown in FIG. Perform register setting of the mounted CTC (counter/timer circuit). Also, an initial operation control process is executed (step S72). In the initial motion control process, control for initial motion of the movable body 32, such as control for driving the movable body 32 to return it to the initial position and control for confirming a predetermined motion, is executed.

After that, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is turned on (step S73). The timer interrupt flag is set to ON every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses based on, for example, a CTC register setting. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (step S73; No), the process of step S73 is repeated and waits.

Also, on the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt that occurs each time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is an interrupt generated when, for example, the effect control INT signal from the main substrate 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets interrupt prohibition, but when using a CPU that does not automatically enter an interrupt prohibition state, interrupt It is desirable to issue a prohibition instruction (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to the interruption caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, the effect control command is taken in from a predetermined input port for receiving the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among the input ports included in the I/O 125 . The effect control command taken in at this time is stored in the effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122, for example. After that, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command reception interrupt process after setting the interrupt permission.

If the timer interrupt flag is ON at step S73 (step S73; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared to be turned off (step S74), and command analysis processing is executed (step S75). In the command analysis process, for example, after reading various effect control commands that are transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the read effect control command Corresponding settings and controls are performed. For example, the read production control command is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, or the read production control command is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 so that the content specified by the production control command can be confirmed by the production control process processing or the like. It turns on the provided reception flag. Further, when the effect control command specifies the game state, the display control unit 123 may be instructed to display a background corresponding to the game state.

After executing the command analysis process in step S75, the effect control process process is executed (step S76). In the effect control process processing, for example, the display operation of the effect image in the display area of the image display device 5, the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation of the decorative light emitters such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED, and the movable body 32 Control to operate various production devices such as driving operation of is performed. Further, determination, determination, setting, and the like are performed according to the effect control command and the like transmitted from the main substrate 11 regarding the control contents of the effect operation using various effect devices.

Random number update processing for production|presentation is performed following the production|presentation control process process of step S76 (step S77), and at least one part of the random number for production|presentation used by the production|presentation control board 12 side is updated by software. After that, the process returns to step S73. Other processing may be performed before returning to the processing of step S73.

FIG. 7 is a flow chart showing an example of the process executed in step S76 of FIG. 6 as the effect control process. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 7, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a pre-reading notice setting process (step S161). In the pre-reading notice setting process, for example, based on the effect control command at the time of start winning transmitted from the main substrate 11, determination, determination, setting, etc. for executing the pre-reading notice effect are performed. Also, a process for displaying a pending display is executed based on the number of pending memories specified from the effect control command.

After executing the process of step S161, the effect control CPU 120 selects and executes one of the following processes of steps S170 to S177 according to the value of the effect process flag provided in the RAM 122, for example.

The process of waiting for the start of variable display in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "0" (initial value). This variable display start waiting process is a process of determining whether or not to start variable display of decorative patterns on the image display device 5 based on whether or not a command designating the start of variable display has been received from the main substrate 11. and so on. When it is determined to start the variable display of the decoration pattern on the image display device 5, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "1", and the variable display start waiting process is terminated.

The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "1". In this variable display start setting process, based on the display result and the variation pattern specified by the effect control command, the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern (determined decorative pattern), the form of the variable display of the decorative pattern, the ready-to-win effect, and various other Whether or not to execute various effects such as advance notice effects, its mode, execution start timing, etc. are determined. Then, an effect control pattern (collection of control data for instructing the display control unit 123 to execute the effect) reflecting the determination result or the like is set. After that, based on the set effect control pattern, the display control unit 123 is instructed to start execution of variable display of decorative symbols, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", and the variable display start setting process is terminated. The display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to start variable display of the decorative design in response to an instruction to start execution of variable display of the decorative design.

The effect process during variable display in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "2". In this variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 instructs the display control unit 123 to display the effect image based on the effect control pattern set in step S171 on the display screen of the image display device 5. , driving the movable body 32, outputting voices and sound effects from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting commands (sound effect signals) to the voice control board 13, and outputting commands (illumination signals) to the lamp control board 14. Various effects are controlled during the variable display of decorative patterns, such as turning on/off/blinking the game effect lamp 9 and decorative LEDs by output. After performing such effect control, for example, an end code indicating the end of the variable display of the decorative pattern is read from the effect control pattern, or a command designating to stop display of the fixed decorative pattern is received from the main board 11. Corresponding to the fact that the player has done so, the fixed decoration pattern which becomes the display result of the decoration pattern is stopped and displayed. When the fixed decoration pattern is stopped and displayed, the value of the production process flag is updated to "3", and the production process during variable display ends.

The special figure per waiting process of step S173 is a process executed when the value of the production process flag is "3". In this special figure hit waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not an effect control command designating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is received from the main substrate 11 . Then, when receiving the production control command designating the start of the jackpot game state or the small hit game state, if the command designates the start of the jackpot game state, the value of the production process flag is set to "6". ”. On the other hand, if the command designates the start of the small-hit game state, the value of the production process flag is updated to "4", which is the value corresponding to the small-hit production process. Further, when the waiting time for receiving the command elapses without receiving a command designating the start of the big win game state or the small win game state, it is determined that the display result in the special figure game is "losing". Then, the value of the production process flag is updated to "0" which is the initial value. When the value of the production process flag is updated, the special figure per waiting process is terminated.

The production process during a small hit in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the production control process flag is "4". In this small-hit middle production process, the production control CPU 120 sets, for example, production control patterns corresponding to the production contents in the small-hit game state, and executes various production controls in the small-hit game state based on the set contents. . Further, in the small-hit mid-performance process, for example, in response to receiving a command designating to end the small-hit game state from the main board 11, the value of the performance process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small-hit end performance. It is updated to a certain "5", and the effect processing during the small hit is ended.

The small hit end production process of step S175 is a process executed when the value of the production control process flag is "5". In this small hit end effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the small win game state, etc., and various effect control at the end of the small win game state based on the setting content. to run. After that, the value of the production process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the small winning end production process is ended.

The effect process during the big hit in step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "6". In this big-hit production process, the production control CPU 120 sets, for example, production control patterns corresponding to the production contents in the big-hit game state, and executes various production controls in the big-hit game state based on the set contents. Also, in the big-hit production process, for example, in response to receiving a command designating to end the big-hit game state from the main board 11, the value of the production control process flag is changed to a value corresponding to the ending production process. 7", and the effect processing during the big hit is ended.

The ending effect process of step S177 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "7". In this ending effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, effect control patterns corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state, etc., and controls various effects of the ending effect at the end of the jackpot game state based on the set contents. Run. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value of "0", and the ending effect process is terminated.

(Modified example of basic explanation)
The present invention is not limited to the pachinko game machine 1 described in the basic description above, and various modifications and applications are possible without departing from the gist of the present invention.

The pachinko game machine 1 described in the basic description above is a payout type game machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as a prize based on the occurrence of a prize, but instead, the game media are enclosed and points are given based on the occurrence of a prize. It may be an enclosed game machine.

Only one type of pattern (for example, a symbol indicating "-") is displayed during the variable display of the special pattern, and the variable display may be performed by repeating the display and extinguishing of the relevant pattern. Further, even if the symbol is displayed during the variable display, the symbol may not be displayed when the variable display is stopped (the symbol indicating "-" may not be displayed as a display result).

In the above basic explanation, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shown as the gaming machine, but medals are inserted to set a predetermined number of bets. A slot machine capable of executing a game (for example, a big bonus , regular bonus, RT, AT, ART, and CZ (hereinafter referred to as a slot machine equipped with one or more bonuses, etc.).

The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to being distributed/provided on a detachable recording medium to a computer device or the like included in the pachinko game machine 1. It may be distributed by being installed in a storage device possessed by the software. Further, the program and data for realizing the present invention can be distributed by being downloaded from another device on the network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. I don't mind.

The game can be executed not only by inserting a detachable recording medium, but also by temporarily storing the program and data downloaded via a communication line in an internal memory or the like. Alternatively, it may be directly executed using hardware resources of other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, the game may be executed by exchanging data with another computer device or the like via a network.

In this specification, expressions for comparing various ratios such as the execution ratio of effects (expressions such as “high”, “low”, “different”) indicate that one is a ratio of “0%”. may contain. For example, the ratio of one is "0%" and the other is "100%" or less than "100%".

(Description on Characteristic Portion 002IW)
Next, the characteristic portion 002IW will be described.

(Variation pattern table)
8-1 and 8-2 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of the variation pattern table in the characteristic part 002IW. Among them, FIG. 8-1 shows a specific example of the variation pattern table for loss. Also, FIG. 8-2 shows a specific example of a variation pattern table for big wins. As shown in FIG. 8-1, in this example, in the case of a loss, one of the variation patterns PA00 to PA21 is determined as the variation pattern with a probability of A00 to A21, respectively. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-2, in this example, when a big win is achieved, one of the variation patterns PB01 to PB21 is determined as the variation pattern, with the respective probabilities B01 to B21.

In this example, the variation pattern PA00 is a variation pattern that designates normal variation. Also, the variation patterns PA01 and PB01 are variation patterns that designate execution of normal reach during the variation display of decorative symbols. Also, the variation patterns PA02 and PB02 are variation patterns that designate execution of Super Reach A during the variable display of decorative symbols. Also, the variation patterns PA03 and PB03 are variation patterns that designate execution of Super Reach B during the variable display of decorative symbols. Also, the variation patterns PA04 and PB04 are variation patterns that designate execution of Super Reach C during the variable display of decorative symbols.
Also, the variation patterns PA05 and PB05 are variation patterns that designate execution of Super Reach D during the variable display of decorative symbols. Also, the variation patterns PA06 and PB06 are variation patterns that designate execution of Super Reach E during the variable display of decorative symbols.

In addition, in this example, the jackpot expectation (reliability) when super reach A is executed = B02 / (the case of super reach A) is the jackpot expectation (reliability) when normal reach is executed = Higher than B01/ (normal reach case). In addition, in this example, the jackpot expectation (reliability) when super reach B is executed = B03 / (case of super reach B) is the jackpot expectation (reliability) when super reach A is executed )=B02/(case with super reach A). In addition, in this example, the jackpot expectation (reliability) when super reach C is executed = B04 / (case of super reach C) is the jackpot expectation (reliability) when super reach B is executed )=B03/(case with super reach B). In addition, in this example, the jackpot expectation (reliability) when super reach D is executed = B05 / (case of super reach D) is the jackpot expectation (reliability) when super reach C is executed )=B04/(Case with super reach C). In addition, in this example, the jackpot expectation (reliability) when super reach E is executed = B06 / (case of super reach E) is the jackpot expectation (reliability) when super reach D is executed )=B05/(case with super reach D).

Also, the variation patterns PA07 to PA21 and PB07 to PB21 are variation patterns that specify that the super ready-to-win effect is executed after the special effect is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols. In this example, the “special effect” is a effect that is executed in a manner in which characters are obtained according to the player's operation, and a maximum of five characters are obtained in a manner that is executed.

In the variation patterns PA07 and PB07, a special performance is executed during the variable display of the decorative pattern, and there are two operation timings at which a character can be acquired, and super reach A is executed after the special performance is executed in a mode of acquiring one character. It is a variation pattern that specifies that In addition, the variation patterns PA08 and PB08 execute a special performance during the variable display of the decorative pattern, and there are three operation timings at which a character can be acquired, and after executing the special performance in a mode of acquiring one character, super reach A. It is a variation pattern that specifies to execute In addition, the variation patterns PA09 and PB09 execute a special performance during the variable display of the decorative pattern, and there are three operation timings at which a character can be acquired, and after executing the special performance in a mode of acquiring two characters, a super reach B is executed. It is a variation pattern that specifies to execute

In this example, when the operation means such as the push button 31B is operated at an operation timing at which the character can be acquired, the character may not always be acquired, and the character may not be acquired. A predetermined failure image is displayed when it cannot be obtained.

In the variation patterns PA10 and PB10, the special performance is executed during the variable display of the decoration pattern, and the super reach A is executed after executing the special performance in the mode of acquiring one character with four operation timings for acquiring the character. It is a variation pattern that specifies that In the variation patterns PA11 and PB11, the special performance is executed during the variable display of the decoration pattern, and there are four operation timings at which characters can be acquired, and after the special performance is executed in the mode of acquiring two characters, super reach B is executed. It is a variation pattern that specifies to execute In the variation patterns PA12 and PB12, the special performance is executed during the variable display of the decoration pattern, and there are four operation timings at which characters can be acquired, and after the special performance is executed in the mode of acquiring three characters, super reach C is performed. It is a variation pattern that specifies to execute

The variation patterns PA13 and PB13 execute a special performance during the variable display of the decorative pattern, and execute a super reach A after executing the special performance in a mode of acquiring one character with five operation timings at which characters can be acquired. It is a variation pattern that specifies that In addition, the variation patterns PA14 and PB14 execute a special performance during the variable display of the decorative pattern, and there are five operation timings at which a character can be acquired, and super reach B is executed after the special performance is executed in a mode of acquiring two characters. It is a variation pattern that specifies to execute In addition, the variation patterns PA15 and PB15 execute a special effect during the variable display of the decorative pattern, and there are five operation timings at which a character can be acquired, and after executing the special effect in a mode of acquiring three characters, a super reach C is performed. It is a variation pattern that specifies to execute In addition, the variation patterns PA16 and PB16 execute a special effect during the variable display of the decorative pattern, and there are five operation timings at which a character can be acquired, and after executing the special effect in a mode of acquiring four characters, a super reach D is performed. It is a variation pattern that specifies to execute

The variation patterns PA17 and PB17 execute a special performance during the variable display of the decorative pattern, and execute a super reach A after executing the special performance in a mode of acquiring one character with six operation timings at which a character can be acquired. It is a variation pattern that specifies that In addition, the variation patterns PA18 and PB18 execute a special effect during the variable display of the decorative pattern, and there are six operation timings at which a character can be acquired, and after executing the special effect of acquiring two characters, a super reach B is executed. It is a variation pattern that specifies to execute In addition, the variation patterns PA19 and PB19 execute a special performance during the variable display of the decorative pattern, and there are six operation timings at which a character can be acquired, and after executing the special performance in a mode of acquiring three characters, super reach C is performed. It is a variation pattern that specifies to execute In addition, the variation patterns PA20 and PB20 execute a special effect during the variable display of decorative patterns, and there are six operation timings at which a character can be acquired, and after executing the special effect in a mode of acquiring four characters, a super reach D is performed. It is a variation pattern that specifies to execute In addition, the variation patterns PA21 and PB21 execute a special effect during the variable display of the decorative pattern, and there are six operation timings at which a character can be acquired, and after executing the special effect of acquiring five characters, a super reach E is executed. It is a variation pattern that specifies to execute

In this example, when the special performance is executed during the variable display of decorative patterns, the larger the number of characters obtained by the special performance, the higher the expectation (reliability) of a big win. Specifically, in this example, when the number of characters obtained in the special effect is 1, the expectation (reliability) for the big hit = (B07+B08+B10+B13+B17)/(a case in which one character is obtained in the special effect) is 20. %. In addition, in this example, when the number of characters obtained in the special effect is 2, the expectation (reliability) of the big hit = (B09+B11+B14+B18)/(the case in which two characters are obtained in the special effect) is 30%. is configured as In addition, in this example, when the number of characters obtained in the special effect is 3, the degree of expectation (reliability) for the big hit = (B12+B15+B19)/(a case in which 3 characters are obtained in the special effect) is 40%. is configured as Also, in this example, when the number of characters obtained in the special effect is 4, the degree of expectation for a big hit (reliability)=(B16+B20)/(a case in which 4 characters are obtained in the special effect) is 50%. is configured as Also, in this example, when the number of characters obtained in the special effect is 5, the expectation (reliability) of the big hit = (B21)/(the case in which 5 characters are obtained in the special effect) is 60%. is configured as

Further, in this example, when the number of characters acquired in the special effect is the same, the number of operation timings at which the characters in the special effect can be acquired (hereinafter simply referred to as the possible number of operations) increases. It is configured to increase the degree of expectation (reliability) of a big hit. Specifically, in this example, when the number of acquired characters is 1, the degree of expectation for a big hit (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 3 = B08 / (when the number of possible operations is 3, the character is 1 The case of obtaining one character) is configured to be higher than the jackpot expectation (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 2 = B07 / (the case of obtaining one character when the number of possible operations is 2). It is Also, in this example, when the number of characters acquired is 1, the degree of expectation for a big hit (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 4 = B10/(When the number of possible operations is 4, one character is acquired Case) is configured to be higher than the jackpot expectation (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 3=B08/(the case where one character is acquired when the number of possible operations is 3). there is Also, in this example, when the number of acquired characters is 1, the degree of expectation (reliability) for a big hit when the number of possible operations is 5 = B13 / (1 character is acquired when the number of possible operations is 5 Case) is configured to be higher than the jackpot expectation (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 4 = B10/(the case where one character is acquired when the number of possible operations is 4). there is Also, in this example, when the number of characters acquired is 1, the degree of expectation for a big hit (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 6 = B17/(1 character is acquired when the number of possible operations is 6 Case) is configured to be higher than the jackpot expectation (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 5=B13/(the case where one character is acquired when the number of possible operations is 5). there is

Also, in this example, when the number of characters acquired is 2, the degree of expectation (reliability) for a big hit when the number of possible operations is 4 = B11/(2 characters are acquired when the number of possible operations is 4 Case) is configured to be higher than the jackpot expectation (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 3=B09/(the case where two characters are obtained when the number of possible operations is 3). . Also, in this example, when the number of characters acquired is 2, the degree of expectation (reliability) for a big hit when the number of possible operations is 5 = B14 / (2 characters are acquired when the number of possible operations is 5 Case) is configured to be higher than the jackpot expectation (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 4 = B11/(the case where two characters are obtained when the number of possible operations is 4). there is Also, in this example, when the number of characters acquired is 2, the degree of expectation for a big hit (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 6 = B18 / (2 characters are acquired when the number of possible operations is 6 Case) is configured to be higher than the jackpot expectation (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 5=B14/(the case where two characters are obtained when the number of possible operations is 5). there is

Also, in this example, when the number of characters acquired is 3, the degree of expectation (reliability) for a big hit when the number of possible operations is 5 = B15/(3 characters are acquired when the number of possible operations is 5 Case) is configured to be higher than the jackpot expectation (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 4=B12/(the case where 3 characters are obtained when the number of possible operations is 4). . Also, in this example, when the number of characters acquired is 3, the expected jackpot (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 6 = B19 / (3 characters are acquired when the number of possible operations is 6 Case) is configured to be even higher than the jackpot expectation (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 5=B15/(the case where three characters are obtained when the number of possible operations is 5). there is

Also, in this example, when the number of characters acquired is 4, the expected jackpot (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 6 = B20 / (4 characters are acquired when the number of possible operations is 6 Case) is configured to be higher than the jackpot expectation (reliability) when the number of possible operations is 5=B16/(the case where four characters are obtained when the number of possible operations is 5). .

Further, in this example, for example, in the case of the same possible number of operations being 3, the probabilities A09 and B09 of obtaining 2 characters are higher than the probabilities A08 and B08 of obtaining 1 character. . Further, for example, when the number of possible operations is four, the probabilities A11 and B11 of obtaining two characters are higher than the probabilities A10 and B10 of obtaining one character. Further, for example, when the number of possible operations is four, the probabilities A12 and B12 of obtaining three characters are higher than the probabilities A11 and B11 of obtaining two characters.

Further, for example, when the number of possible operations is five, the probabilities A14 and B14 of obtaining two characters are higher than the probabilities A13 and B13 of obtaining one character. Further, for example, when the number of possible operations is five, the probabilities A15 and B15 of obtaining three characters are higher than the probabilities A14 and B14 of obtaining two characters. Further, for example, when the number of possible operations is five, the probabilities A16 and B16 of obtaining four characters are higher than the probabilities A15 and B15 of obtaining three characters.

Further, for example, when the number of possible operations is six, the probabilities A18 and B18 of obtaining two characters are higher than the probabilities A17 and B17 of obtaining one character. Further, for example, when the number of possible operations is six, the probabilities A19 and B19 of obtaining three characters are higher than the probabilities A18 and B18 of obtaining two characters. Further, for example, when the number of possible operations is six, the probabilities A20 and B20 of obtaining four characters are higher than the probabilities A19 and B19 of obtaining three characters. Further, for example, when the same number of possible operations is 6, the probabilities A21 and B21 of obtaining 5 characters are higher than the probabilities A20 and B20 of obtaining 4 characters.

From the above, in this example, when the number of acquired characters is 3 or 4 in the special effect, the selection rate is higher than when the number of acquired characters is 1 or 2, and as a result, the number of characters is increased. When the number of acquisitions is 3 or 4, the proportion of failure images displayed is also higher. However, when the maximum number of acquired characters is 5 in the special effect, there is little opportunity to display a failure image in the first place, and compared with the case where the number of acquired characters is 3 or 4, the number of acquired characters is 3 as a result. , or 4, the percentage of failure images displayed is higher.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, in this example, the super ready-to-win effect is executed after the execution of the special effect. Super reach A is executed after the performance is executed. Also, when two characters are acquired in the special effect, super reach B is executed after the special effect is executed. Also, when three characters are acquired in the special effect, super reach C is executed after the special effect is executed. Also, when four characters are obtained in the special effect, super reach D is executed after the special effect is executed. Also, when five characters are obtained in the special effect, Super Reach E is executed after the special effect is executed.

In this example, the type of super ready-to-win effect to be executed after execution of the special effect is determined 1:1 according to the number of characters obtained in the special effect. do not have. For example, when one character is obtained in the special effect, super reach A may be executed with the highest probability, while super reach B to E may be executed with low probability. Further, for example, when two characters are acquired in the special effect, super reach B may be executed with the highest probability, while super reach A, C to E may be executed with low probability. Further, for example, when three characters are acquired in the special effect, super reach C may be executed with the highest probability, while super reach A, B, D, and E may be executed with low probability. Further, for example, when four characters are acquired in the special effect, super reach D may be executed with the highest probability, while super reach A to E may be executed with low probability. Further, for example, when five characters are acquired in the special effect, super reach E may be executed with the highest probability, while super reach A to D may be executed with low probability.

Further, in this example, even if the operation means such as the push button 31B is operated at the operation timing when the character can be acquired during the special effect, the acquisition of the character fails at least once and the failure image is displayed. Although shown, it is not limited to such a mode, and may be constructed so that a character may be obtained at all operation timings. For example, even if the possible number of operations during the special effect is five, a variation pattern may be provided in which the number of character acquisitions is five.

Also, in this example, the case is shown in which at least one character can be obtained during the special effect, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, it is also possible to provide a variation pattern in which the number of acquired characters is 0 during the special effect.

Further, in this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, the number of possible operations during the special effect and the number of acquired characters are set in the variation pattern. Therefore, by determining the variation pattern, The CPU 103 (game control means) of the game control microcomputer 100 determines the number of possible operations and the number of characters acquired during the special effect. It should be noted that, without being limited to such a mode, the production control CPU 120 (production control means) may be configured to determine the number of possible operations during the special production and the number of acquired characters.

Next, the operation of the production control means (production control CPU 120) will be described.

(Variable display start setting process)
FIG. 8-3 is a flow chart showing the variable display start setting process (step S171) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first reads the variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step 002IWS101). Next, the effect control CPU 120 reads in step 002 IWS 101 the variation pattern command (effect control command specifying the variation pattern) and the data stored in the display result specification command storage area (that is, the received display result specification command ( The display result (stopped pattern) of the decoration pattern is determined according to the performance control command for designating whether or not to be a big win, whether or not to be a small win, and the type of the big win (step 002 IWS 102). That is, by executing the process of step 002 IWS 102 by the effect control CPU 120, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (the decoration pattern is stopped) according to the variable display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determination means A display result determining means for determining the pattern) is realized. In addition, the effect control CPU 120 stores the data indicating the stop symbol of the determined decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display result storage area. In step 002 IWS 102, the effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not the hit is a big hit based on the received variation pattern command, and may determine the decorative symbols to be stopped based only on the variation pattern command. .

In step 002 IWS 102, for example, when the received display result designation command indicates a probability variation jackpot, the effect control CPU 120 selects a decorative pattern in which three patterns are the same probability variation pattern (for example, an odd number pattern) as a stop pattern. Decide on a combination. In addition, for example, when the received display result designation command indicates a normal jackpot, the effect control CPU 120 is a combination of decoration patterns in which three patterns are the same non-variable patterns (for example, even-numbered patterns) as stop patterns. to decide. Further, for example, when the received display result designation command indicates a small hit, a small hit design (for example, a combination of "135" designs) is determined as the stop design. Also, when the received display result designation command indicates a failure, a combination of decoration patterns other than the above is determined. However, when the ready-to-win effect is involved, a combination of decorative patterns in which the left and right two patterns are aligned is determined.

The effect control CPU 120, for example, extracts a random number for determining a stop symbol, and uses a stop symbol determination table in which data indicating combinations of decorative symbols and numerical values are associated with each other to determine the stop symbol of the decorative symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting the data indicating the combination of decorative symbols corresponding to the numerical value matching the extracted random number.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes a special effect setting process for setting the effect mode of the special effect when the special effect is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols (Step 002 IWS 103).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table corresponding to the special effect if the variation pattern and execution of the special effect have been determined (step 002 IWS 104). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 002IWS105).

The process table is a table in which process data referred to when the effect control CPU 120 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect devices (parts for effect) such as the image display device 5 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table is composed of data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer setting values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data and sound number data are collected. The display control execution data includes data indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the decorative pattern. Specifically, data related to changing the display screen of the image display device 5 is described. In addition, the process timer set value is set with a variable time in the mode of variation. The effect control CPU 120 refers to the process table, and performs control to display the decoration pattern in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value. Also, the process table is stored in the ROM 121 in the effect control board 12 . Also, the process table is prepared according to each variation pattern.

In addition, in the process table used when performing the effect control for the variation pattern with the ready-to-win effect, the left symbol is stopped when a predetermined time has passed since the start of the variation, and the right symbol is stopped when a predetermined time has passed. Process data indicating to display is set.

In addition, in particular, in the case of a variation pattern (variation patterns PA02 to PA06, PB02 to PB06) with super reach A to E, a process table including super reach A to E is selected in step 002 IWS 104, and the selected By executing the process of step 002IWS106 and step 002IWS305 of the effect process during variable display (step S172) according to the process table, super reach A to E are executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols.

In addition, in particular, in the case of a variation pattern (variation patterns PA07 to PA21, PB07 to PB21) in which super reach A to E is performed after executing a special effect, step 002 IWS 104 includes special effect and super reach A to E. A process table is selected, and step 002IWS106 and step 002IWS305 of variable display effect processing (step S172) are executed according to the selected process table, thereby executing a special effect during the variable display of decorative symbols. Also, Super Reach A to E are executed.

In addition, the production control CPU 120 controls the production device (the image display device 5 as the production component, the production component as the Various lamps and speakers 8L and 8R as performance parts are controlled (step 002 IWS 106).

In addition, in this characteristic part 002IW, the effect control CPU 120 controls such that the decoration pattern is variably displayed according to the variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern command one-to-one. A variation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to .

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets the variable time timer to a value corresponding to the variable time specified by the variable pattern command (step 002IWS107). Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to "2" (step 002IWS108), and terminates the variable display start setting process.

(Special effect setting process)
FIG. 8-4 is a flow chart showing the special effect setting process (step 002IWS103). In the special effect setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command is a variation pattern (variation patterns PA07 to PA21, PB07 to PB21) including a special effect ( step 002 IWS 201). If the variation pattern includes a special effect, the effect control CPU 120 selects an effect pattern determination table for determining the effect pattern of the special effect according to the variation pattern (step 002IWS202). Then, using the selected effect pattern determination table, the effect control CPU 120 performs lottery processing based on random numbers to determine the effect pattern of the special effect (step 002IWS203).

8-5 to 8-11 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of effect pattern determination tables selected in step 002IWS202. Of these, FIG. 8-5(A) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table A selected when the variation patterns PA07 and PB07 (the number of possible operations is two and the number of characters obtained is one). showing. FIG. 8-5(B) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table B selected in the case of the variation patterns PA08 and PB08 (when the number of possible operations is 3 and the number of acquired characters is 1). ing. FIG. 8-5(C) shows a specific example of the production pattern determination table C selected in the case of the variation patterns PA09 and PB09 (when the number of possible operations is 3 and the number of acquired characters is 2). ing.

FIG. 8-5(D) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table D selected in the case of the variation patterns PA10 and PB10 (when the number of possible operations is 4 and the number of acquired characters is 1). ing. FIG. 8-6(E) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table E selected in the case of the variation patterns PA11 and PB11 (when the number of possible operations is 4 and the number of acquired characters is 2). ing. FIG. 8-6(F) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table F selected in the case of the variation patterns PA12 and PB12 (when the number of possible operations is 4 and the number of acquired characters is 3). ing.

Further, FIG. 8-6(G) shows a specific example of the production pattern determination table G selected in the case of the variation patterns PA13 and PB13 (when the number of possible operations is 5 and the number of acquired characters is 1). ing. FIG. 8-7(H) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table H selected in the case of the variation patterns PA14 and PB14 (when the number of possible operations is 5 and the number of acquired characters is 2). ing. FIG. 8-7(I) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table I that is selected in the case of the variation patterns PA15 and PB15 (when the number of possible operations is 5 and the number of acquired characters is 3). ing. FIG. 8-8(J) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table J selected in the case of the variation patterns PA16 and PB16 (when the number of possible operations is 5 and the number of acquired characters is 4). ing.

Further, FIG. 8-8(K) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table K selected in the case of the variation patterns PA17 and PB17 (when the number of possible operations is 6 and the number of acquired characters is 1). ing. FIG. 8-9(L) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table L selected when the variation patterns are PA18 and PB18 (when the number of possible operations is 6 and the number of acquired characters is 2). ing. FIG. 8-10(M) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table M selected in the case of the variation patterns PA19 and PB19 (when the number of possible operations is 6 and the number of acquired characters is 3). ing. FIG. 8-11(N) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table N selected in the case of the variation patterns PA20 and PB20 (when the possible number of operations is 6 and the number of acquired characters is 4). ing. FIG. 8-11(O) shows a specific example of the effect pattern determination table O selected when the variation patterns PA21 and PB21 (the number of possible operations is 6 and the number of acquired characters is 5). ing.

In the case of the variation patterns PA07 and PB07 (when the number of possible operations is 2 and the number of acquired characters is 1), as shown in FIG. , and the effect pattern D212 is determined with a probability of D212 (%).

Effect pattern D211 is a pattern in which a failure image is displayed at the timing of the first character acquisition operation (hereinafter simply referred to as operation timing), and a character image is displayed at the timing of the second operation. The effect pattern D212 is a pattern in which a character image is displayed at the timing of the first operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the second operation.

In the case of the variation patterns PA08 and PB08 (when the number of possible operations is 3 and the number of acquired characters is 1), as shown in FIG. The effect pattern D312 is determined with a probability of D312(%), and the effect pattern D313 is determined with a probability of D313(%).

The effect pattern D311 is a pattern in which a failure image is displayed at the first operation timing, a failure image is displayed at the second operation timing, and a character image is displayed at the third operation timing. Effect pattern D312 is a pattern in which a failure image is displayed at the timing of the first operation, a character image is displayed at the timing of the second operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the third operation. Effect pattern D313 is a pattern in which a character image is displayed at the timing of the first operation, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the second operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the third operation.

In the case of the variation patterns PA09 and PB09 (when the number of possible operations is 3 and the number of acquired characters is 2), as shown in FIG. , the effect pattern D322 is determined with a probability of D322(%), and the effect pattern D323 is determined with a probability of D323(%).

Effect pattern D321 is a pattern in which a failure image is displayed at the timing of the first operation, a character image is displayed at the timing of the second operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the third operation. The effect pattern D322 is a pattern in which a character image is displayed at the timing of the first operation, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the second operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the third operation. Effect pattern D323 is a pattern in which a character image is displayed at the timing of the first operation, a character image is displayed at the timing of the second operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the third operation.

In the case of the variation patterns PA10 and PB10 (when the number of possible operations is 4 and the number of acquired characters is 1), as shown in FIG. Effect pattern D412 is determined with a probability of D412(%), effect pattern D413 is determined with a probability of D413(%), and effect pattern D414 is determined with a probability of D414(%).

The production pattern D411 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a character image at the timing of the fourth operation. The pattern to display. In addition, the effect pattern D412 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. This is the pattern that displays the image. In addition, the effect pattern D413 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. This is the pattern that displays the image. In addition, the production pattern D414 displays a character image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the third operation, and displays failure at the timing of the fourth operation. This is the pattern that displays the image.

In the case of the variation patterns PA11 and PB11 (when the number of possible operations is 4 and the number of acquired characters is 2), as shown in FIG. , the effect pattern D422 is determined with a probability of D422(%), the effect pattern D423 is determined with a probability of D423(%), the effect pattern D424 is determined with a probability of D424(%), and the effect pattern D424 is determined with a probability of D425(%). is determined as the effect pattern D425, and is determined as the effect pattern D426 with a probability of D426 (%).

The production pattern D421 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a character image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a character image at the timing of the fourth operation. The pattern to display. In addition, the effect pattern D422 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. This is the pattern that displays the image. In addition, the production pattern D423 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. This is the pattern that displays the image. In addition, the effect pattern D424 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. This is the pattern that displays the image. In addition, the effect pattern D425 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. This is the pattern that displays the image. In addition, the effect pattern D426 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. This is the pattern that displays the image.

In the case of the variation patterns PA12 and PB12 (when the number of possible operations is 4 and the number of acquired characters is 3), as shown in FIG. Effect pattern D432 is determined with a probability of D432(%), effect pattern D433 is determined with a probability of D433(%), and effect pattern D434 is determined with a probability of D434(%).

The production pattern D431 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a character image at the timing of the second operation, displays a character image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a character image at the timing of the fourth operation. The pattern to display. In addition, the production pattern D432 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. This is the pattern that displays the image. In addition, the production pattern D433 displays a character image at the timing of the first operation, displays a character image at the timing of the second operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the third operation, and displays the character at the timing of the fourth operation. This is the pattern that displays the image. In addition, the production pattern D434 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. This is the pattern that displays the image.

In the case of the variation patterns PA13 and PB13 (when the number of possible operations is 5 and the number of acquired characters is 1), as shown in FIG. , the effect pattern D512 is determined with a probability of D512 (%), the effect pattern D513 is determined with a probability of D513 (%), the effect pattern D514 is determined with a probability of D514 (%), and the effect pattern D514 is determined with a probability of D515 (%). , the effect pattern D515 is determined.

The production pattern D511 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a failure image at the timing of the fourth operation. This is a pattern in which the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the production pattern D512 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the production pattern D513 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D514 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D515 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a failure image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation.

In the case of the variation patterns PA14 and PB14 (when the number of possible operations is 5 and the number of acquired characters is 2), as shown in FIG. , the effect pattern D5202 is determined with a probability of D5202(%), the effect pattern D5203 is determined with a probability of D5203(%), the effect pattern D5204 is determined with a probability of D5204(%), and the effect pattern D5204 is determined with a probability of D5205(%). is determined as the effect pattern D5205, is determined as the effect pattern D5206 with a probability of D5206 (%), is determined as the effect pattern D5207 with a probability of D5207 (%), is determined as the effect pattern D5208 with a probability of D5208 (%), The production pattern D5209 is determined with a probability of D5209(%), and the production pattern D5210 is determined with a probability of D5210(%).

Effect pattern D5201 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a character image at the timing of the fourth operation. This is a pattern in which the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D5202 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D5203 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. Also, the effect pattern D5204 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation.

In addition, the production pattern D5205 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D5206 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the production pattern D5207 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D5208 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D5209 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. Also, the production pattern D5210 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation.

In the case of the variation patterns PA15 and PB15 (when the number of possible operations is 5 and the number of acquired characters is 3), as shown in FIG. Effect pattern D5302 is determined with a probability of D5302 (%), effect pattern D5303 is determined with a probability of D5303 (%), effect pattern D5304 is determined with a probability of D5304 (%), and effect pattern D5304 is determined with a probability of D5305 (%). is determined as the effect pattern D5305, is determined as the effect pattern D5306 with a probability of D5306 (%), is determined as the effect pattern D5307 with a probability of D5307 (%), is determined as the effect pattern D5308 with a probability of D5308 (%), The effect pattern D5309 is determined with a probability of D5309(%), and the effect pattern D5310 is determined with a probability of D5310(%).

Effect pattern D5301 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a character image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a character image at the timing of the fourth operation. This is a pattern in which the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D5302 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D5303 displays a character image at the first operation timing, a failure image at the second operation timing, a failure image at the third operation timing, and a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D5304 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the production pattern D5305 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D5306 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D5307 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D5308 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D5309 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D5310 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation.

In the case of the variation patterns PA16 and PB16 (when the number of possible operations is 5 and the number of acquired characters is 4), as shown in FIG. , the effect pattern D542 is determined with a probability of D542(%), the effect pattern D543 is determined with a probability of D543(%), the effect pattern D544 is determined with a probability of D544(%), and the effect pattern D544 is determined with a probability of D545(%). , the effect pattern D545 is determined.

The effect pattern D541 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a character image at the timing of the second operation, displays a character image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a character image at the timing of the fourth operation. This is a pattern in which the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the production pattern D542 displays a character image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a character image at the timing of the third operation, and displays the character at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the production pattern D543 displays a character image at the timing of the first operation, displays a character image at the timing of the second operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the third operation, and displays the character at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation.

In addition, the production pattern D544 displays a character image at the timing of the first operation, displays a character image at the timing of the second operation, displays a character image at the timing of the third operation, and fails at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D545 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation.

In the case of the variation patterns PA17 and PB17 (when the number of possible operations is 6 and the number of acquired characters is 1), as shown in FIG. , the effect pattern D612 is determined with a probability of D612(%), the effect pattern D613 is determined with a probability of D613(%), the effect pattern D614 is determined with a probability of D614(%), and the effect pattern D614 is determined with a probability of D615(%). is determined as the effect pattern D615, and is determined as the effect pattern D616 with a probability of D616 (%).

The effect pattern D611 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a failure image at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D612 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D613 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D614 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the production pattern D615 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the production pattern D616 displays a character image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the third operation, and fails at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In the case of the variation patterns PA18 and PB18 (when the number of possible operations is 6 and the number of characters obtained is 2), as shown in FIG. , the effect pattern D6202 is determined with a probability of D6202(%), the effect pattern D6203 is determined with a probability of D6203(%), the effect pattern D6204 is determined with a probability of D6204(%), and the effect pattern D6204 is determined with a probability of D6205(%). is determined as the effect pattern D6205, is determined as the effect pattern D6206 with a probability of D6206 (%), is determined as the effect pattern D6207 with a probability of D6207 (%), is determined as the effect pattern D6208 with a probability of D6208 (%), Effect pattern D6209 is determined with a probability of D6209 (%), effect pattern D6210 is determined with a probability of D6210 (%), effect pattern D6211 is determined with a probability of D6211 (%), effect is performed with a probability of D6212 (%). Pattern D6212 is determined, effect pattern D6213 is determined with a probability of D6213(%), effect pattern D6214 is determined with a probability of D6214(%), and effect pattern D6215 is determined with a probability of D6215(%).

Effect pattern D6201 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a failure image at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and the character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6202 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. Also, the production pattern D6203 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D6204 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6205 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a failure image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6206 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D6207 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6208 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6209 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D6210 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. Also, the effect pattern D6211 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6212 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D6213 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6214 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. Also, the production pattern D6215 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In the case of the variation patterns PA19 and PB19 (when the number of possible operations is 6 and the number of characters obtained is 3), as shown in FIG. Effect pattern D6302 is determined with a probability of D6302 (%), effect pattern D6303 is determined with a probability of D6303 (%), effect pattern D6304 is determined with a probability of D6304 (%), and effect pattern D6304 is determined with a probability of D6305 (%). is determined as the effect pattern D6305, is determined as the effect pattern D6306 with a probability of D6306 (%), is determined as the effect pattern D6307 with a probability of D6307 (%), is determined as the effect pattern D6308 with a probability of D6308 (%), Effect pattern D6309 is determined with a probability of D6309 (%), effect pattern D6310 is determined with a probability of D6310 (%), effect pattern D6311 is determined with a probability of D6311 (%), effect is performed with a probability of D6312 (%). Pattern D6312 is determined, effect pattern D6313 is determined with a probability of D6313 (%), effect pattern D6314 is determined with a probability of D6314 (%), effect pattern D6315 is determined with a probability of D6315 (%), effect pattern D6316 ( Effect pattern D6316 is determined with a probability of D6317 (%), effect pattern D6317 is determined with a probability of D6317 (%), effect pattern D6318 is determined with a probability of D6318 (%), effect pattern D6319 is determined with a probability of D6319 (%). , and the production pattern D6320 is determined with a probability of D6320 (%).

Effect pattern D6301 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a character image at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and the character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6302 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6303 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6304 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D6305 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.
In addition, production pattern D6306 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6307 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6308 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D6309 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.
In addition, production pattern D6310 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, production pattern D6311 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6312 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D6313 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.
In addition, the effect pattern D6314 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. Also, the production pattern D6315 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6316 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, production pattern D6317 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.
In addition, production pattern D6318 displays a character image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a character image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a character at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, production pattern D6319 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, production pattern D6320 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In the case of variation patterns PA20 and PB20 (when the number of possible operations is 6 and the number of acquired characters is 4), as shown in FIG. Effect pattern D6402 is determined with a probability of D6402 (%), effect pattern D6403 is determined with a probability of D6403 (%), effect pattern D6404 is determined with a probability of D6404 (%), and effect pattern D6404 is determined with a probability of D6405 (%). is determined to be the effect pattern D6405, is determined to be the effect pattern D6406 with a probability of D6406 (%), is determined to be the effect pattern D6407 with a probability of D6407 (%), is determined to be the effect pattern D6408 with a probability of D6408 (%), Effect pattern D6409 is determined with a probability of D6409 (%), effect pattern D6410 is determined with a probability of D6410 (%), effect pattern D6411 is determined with a probability of D6411 (%), effect is performed with a probability of D6412 (%). Pattern D6412 is determined, effect pattern D6413 is determined with probability D6413(%), effect pattern D6414 is determined with probability D6414(%), effect pattern D6415 is determined with probability D6415(%).

Effect pattern D6401 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a character image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a character image at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and the character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.
In addition, production pattern D6402 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6403 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D6404 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and the character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6405 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and the character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6406 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and the character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D6407 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, a character image at the second operation timing, a character image at the third operation timing, and a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6408 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the production pattern D6409 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the effect pattern D6410 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6411 displays a failure image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6412 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a failure image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, production pattern D6413 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a failure image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D6414 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and fails at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the production pattern D6415 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In the case of the variation patterns PA21 and PB21 (when the number of possible operations is 6 and the number of acquired characters is 5), as shown in FIG. , the effect pattern D652 is determined with a probability of D652(%), the effect pattern D653 is determined with a probability of D653(%), the effect pattern D654 is determined with a probability of D654(%), and the effect pattern D654 is determined with a probability of D655(%). is determined as the effect pattern D655, and is determined as the effect pattern D656 with a probability of D656 (%).

The effect pattern D651 displays a failure image at the timing of the first operation, displays a character image at the timing of the second operation, displays a character image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a character image at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and the character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the production pattern D652 displays a character image at the timing of the first operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the second operation, displays a character image at the timing of the third operation, and displays the character at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, an image is displayed, the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and the character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D653 displays a character image at the timing of the first operation, displays a character image at the timing of the second operation, displays a failure image at the timing of the third operation, and displays a character image at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, an image is displayed, the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and the character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In addition, the production pattern D654 displays a character image at the timing of the first operation, displays a character image at the timing of the second operation, displays a character image at the timing of the third operation, and fails at the timing of the fourth operation. In this pattern, an image is displayed, the character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and the character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the effect pattern D655 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a failure image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a character image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation. In addition, the production pattern D656 displays a character image at the first operation timing, displays a character image at the second operation timing, displays a character image at the third operation timing, and displays a character image at the fourth operation timing. In this pattern, an image is displayed, a character image is displayed at the timing of the fifth operation, and a failure image is displayed at the timing of the sixth operation.

In this example, when the number of characters acquired in the special effect is small, compared with the case where the number of characters acquired in the special effect is large, the percentage of failure images displayed at the final operation timing is reduced. It is configured. With such a configuration, in this example, when the number of acquired characters is small, a failure image is less likely to be displayed at the timing of the last operation, thereby suppressing a decrease in interest.

Also, in this example, a case is shown in which characters can be obtained one by one with one operation timing, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, in FIGS. 8-5 to 8-11, an effect pattern is provided in which a plurality of characters (for example, two) can be acquired at one operation timing, and a failure image is displayed at the corresponding operation timing. It may be configured as

Specifically, when the number of acquired characters is 4, the probability that a failure image is displayed at the last operation timing (D545, D6411 to D6415) is reduced to the last It is configured to be lower than the probability (D656) that the failure image is displayed at the operation timing. Further, when the number of acquired characters is 3, the probability that the failure image is displayed at the last operation timing (D434, D5307 to D5310, D6311 to D6320) is the last when the number of acquired characters is 4. is configured to be lower than the probability (D545, D6411 to D6415) that a failure image is displayed at the operation timing of . Further, when the number of acquired characters is 2, the probability (D323, D424 to D426, D5205 to D5210, D6206 to D6215) of displaying a failure image at the last operation timing is 3 when the number of acquired characters is 3. It is configured to be even lower than the probability (D434, D5307 to D5310, D6311 to D6320) that a failure image is displayed at the last operation timing in some cases. Further, when the character acquisition number is 1, the probability that the failure image is displayed at the last operation timing (D212, D312, D313, D412 to D414, D512 to D515, D612 to D616) is the character acquisition number. It is configured to be even lower than the probability (D323, D424 to D426, D5205 to D5210, D6206 to D6215) that the failure image is displayed at the last operation timing when the number is 2.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the number of characters acquired during the special effect is one (step 002IWS204). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command is the variation pattern PA07, PA08, PA10, PA13, PA17, PB07, PB08, PB10, PB13, PB17. If the number of acquired characters is 1, the effect control CPU 120 uses a character image determination table for determining the character image to be displayed during the special effect, performs lottery processing based on random numbers, and displays the character image during the special effect. One character image is determined (step 002 IWS 205).

If the number of acquired characters is not 1, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the number of characters acquired during the special effect is 2 (step 002 IWS 206). Specifically, it is confirmed whether the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command is the variation pattern PA09, PA11, PA14, PA18, PB09, PB11, PB14, PB18. If the number of acquired characters is 2, the effect control CPU 120 uses the character image determination table to perform lottery processing based on random numbers, and determines the combination of two character images to be displayed during the special effect (step 002 IWS 207). ).

If the number of acquired characters is not 2, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the number of characters acquired during the special effect is 3 (step 002IWS208). Specifically, it is confirmed whether the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command is the variation pattern PA12, PA15, PA19, PB12, PB15, PB19. If the number of acquired characters is 3, the effect control CPU 120 uses the character image determination table to perform lottery processing based on random numbers, and determines the combination of the three character images to be displayed during the special effect (step 002 IWS 209). ).

If the number of acquired characters is not 3, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the number of characters acquired during the special effect is 4 (step 002IWS210). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command is the variation pattern PA16, PA20, PB16, PB20. If the number of acquired characters is 4, the effect control CPU 120 uses the character image determination table to perform lottery processing based on random numbers, and determines the combination of the four character images to be displayed during the special effect (step 002 IWS 211). ).

If the number of acquired characters is not 4 (that is, if the number of characters acquired during the special effect is 5), the effect control CPU 120 uses the character image determination table to perform lottery processing based on random numbers. , determines a combination of five character images to be displayed during the special effect (step 002 IWS 212).

8-12 to 8-14 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of the character image determination table. Among them, FIG. 8-12(A) shows a specific example of the character image determination table A selected in step 002IWS205 (when the number of acquired characters is 1). FIG. 8-12(B) shows a specific example of the character image determination table B selected at step 002IWS207 (when the number of acquired characters is 2). FIG. 8-12(C) shows a specific example of the character image determination table C selected in step 002IWS209 (when the number of acquired characters is 3). FIG. 8-13(D) shows a specific example of the character image determination table D selected in step 002IWS211 (when the number of acquired characters is 4). FIG. 8-14(E) shows a specific example of the character image determination table E selected in step 002IWS212 (when the number of acquired characters is 5).

As shown in FIG. 8-12(A), in the character image determination table A, determination values are assigned to characters A to C as character images. As shown in FIG. 8-12(A), when the number of acquired characters is 1, one of the characters A to C is randomly determined with approximately the same probability as the character image to be displayed during the special effect.

As shown in FIG. 8-12(B), the character image determination table B includes combinations of character images such as "character A→character B", "character A→character C", "character B→character A", Determination values are assigned to "character B→character C", "character C→character A", and "character C→character B". Note that, for example, "character A→character B" is a combination in which character A is displayed as the first character image and character B is displayed as the second character image. The same applies to combinations of

As shown in FIG. 8-12(B), when the number of acquired characters is 2, combinations of character images to be displayed during the special effect are "character A→character B", "character A→character C", ``Character B→Character A'', ``Character B→Character C'', ``Character C→Character A'', and ``Character C→Character B'' are randomly determined with substantially the same probability.

As shown in FIG. 8-12(C), the character image determination table C contains combinations of character images such as "character A→character B→character C", "character A→character C→character B", and "character B → Character A → Character C”, “Character B → Character C → Character A”, “Character C → Character A → Character B”, and “Character C → Character B → Character A” are assigned judgment values respectively. is Note that, for example, "character A→character B→character C" displays character A as the first character image, character B as the second character image, and character B as the third character image. This is a combination for displaying character C, and the same is true for combinations of other character images.

As shown in FIG. 8-12(C), when the number of acquired characters is 3, combinations of character images to be displayed during the special effect are "character A→character B→character C" and "character A→character C→Character B", "Character B→Character A→Character C", "Character B→Character C→Character A", "Character C→Character A→Character B", and "Character C→Character B→Character A". Randomly determined with approximately the same probability.

As shown in FIG. 8-13(D), the character image determination table D contains combinations of character images such as "Character A→Character B→Character C→Character D", "Character A→Character B→Character D→ Character C", "Character A→Character C→Character B→Character D", "Character A→Character C→Character D→Character B", "Character A→Character D→Character B→Character C", "Character A→ Character D→Character C→Character B", "Character B→Character A→Character C→Character D", "Character B→Character A→Character D→Character C", "Character B→Character C→Character A→Character D" ", "Character B→Character C→Character D→Character A", "Character B→Character D→Character A→Character C", "Character B→Character D→Character C→Character A", "Character C→Character A → Character B → Character D", "Character C → Character A → Character D → Character B", "Character C → Character B → Character A → Character D", "Character C → Character B → Character D → Character A", "Character C->Character D->Character A->Character B", "Character C->Character D->Character B->Character A", "Character D->Character A->Character B->Character C", "Character D->Character A->Character C→Character B", "Character D→Character B→Character A→Character C", "Character D→Character B→Character C→Character A", "Character D→Character C→Character A→Character B", "Character D→character C→character B→character A” is assigned a determination value. Note that, for example, "character A→character B→character C→character D" displays character A as the first character image, character B as the second character image, and character B as the third character image. Character C is displayed as the character image, and character D is displayed as the fourth character image. This is the same for combinations of other character images.

As shown in FIG. 8-13(D), when the number of acquired characters is 4, combinations of character images to be displayed during the special effect are "character A→character B→character C→character D", "character A→Character B→Character D→Character C”, “Character A→Character C→Character B→Character D”, “Character A→Character C→Character D→Character B”, “Character A→Character D→Character B→ Character C", "Character A→Character D→Character C→Character B", "Character B→Character A→Character C→Character D", "Character B→Character A→Character D→Character C", "Character B→ Character C→Character A→Character D”, “Character B→Character C→Character D→Character A”, “Character B→Character D→Character A→Character C”, “Character B→Character D→Character C→Character A ", "Character C→Character A→Character B→Character D", "Character C→Character A→Character D→Character B", "Character C→Character B→Character A→Character D", "Character C→Character B → Character D → Character A”, “Character C → Character D → Character A → Character B”, “Character C → Character D → Character B → Character A”, “Character D → Character A → Character B → Character C”, "Character D → Character A → Character C → Character B", "Character D → Character B → Character A → Character C", "Character D → Character B → Character C → Character A", "Character D → Character C → Character A→Character B" or "Character D→Character C→Character B→Character A" is randomly determined with substantially the same probability.

As shown in FIG. 8-14(E), the character image determination table E includes combinations of character images such as "character A→character B→character C→character D→character E", "character A→character B→ Character D→Character C→Character E”, “Character A→Character C→Character B→Character D→Character E”, “Character A→Character C→Character D→Character B→Character E”, “Character A→Character D” → Character B → Character C → Character E”, “Character A → Character D → Character C → Character B → Character E”, “Character B → Character A → Character C → Character D → Character E”, “Character B → Character A→Character D→Character C→Character E”, “Character B→Character C→Character A→Character D→Character E”, “Character B→Character C→Character D→Character A→Character E”, “Character B→ Character D→Character A→Character C→Character E”, “Character B→Character D→Character C→Character A→Character E”, “Character C→Character A→Character B→Character D→Character E”, “Character C → Character A → Character D → Character B → Character E”, “Character C → Character B → Character A → Character D → Character E”, “Character C → Character B → Character D → Character A → Character E”, “Character C→Character D→Character A→Character B→Character E", "Character C→Character D→Character B→Character A→Character E", "Character D→Character A→Character B→Character C→Character E", " Character D→Character A→Character C→Character B→Character E", "Character D→Character B→Character A→Character C→Character E", "Character D→Character B→Character C→Character A→Character E", Determination values are assigned to "character D→character C→character A→character B→character E" and "character D→character C→character B→character A→character E". Note that, for example, "character A→character B→character C→character D→character E" displays character A as the first character image, character B as the second character image, and displays three character images. Character C is displayed as the first character image, Character D is displayed as the fourth character image, and Character E is displayed as the fifth character image. The same is true for

As shown in FIG. 8-14(E), when the number of acquired characters is 5, the combination of character images to be displayed during the special effect is "Character A→Character B→Character C→Character D→Character E." , "Character A→Character B→Character D→Character C→Character E", "Character A→Character C→Character B→Character D→Character E", "Character A→Character C→Character D→Character B→Character E ", "Character A→Character D→Character B→Character C→Character E", "Character A→Character D→Character C→Character B→Character E", "Character B→Character A→Character C→Character D→Character E", "Character B→Character A→Character D→Character C→Character E", "Character B→Character C→Character A→Character D→Character E", "Character B→Character C→Character D→Character A→ Character E", "Character B→Character D→Character A→Character C→Character E", "Character B→Character D→Character C→Character A→Character E", "Character C→Character A→Character B→Character D → Character E", "Character C → Character A → Character D → Character B → Character E", "Character C → Character B → Character A → Character D → Character E", "Character C → Character B → Character D → Character A→Character E”, “Character C→Character D→Character A→Character B→Character E”, “Character C→Character D→Character B→Character A→Character E”, “Character D→Character A→Character B→ Character C→Character E”, “Character D→Character A→Character C→Character B→Character E”, “Character D→Character B→Character A→Character C→Character E”, “Character D→Character B→Character C” -> Character A -> Character E", "Character D -> Character C -> Character A -> Character B -> Character E", "Character D -> Character C -> Character B -> Character A -> Character E" with almost the same probability. Randomly determined.

By determining the combination of the character images as described above, in this example, characters A to D are randomly displayed as the first to fourth character images, while characters A to D are randomly displayed as the fifth character image. As the character image, the character E is displayed fixedly. With such a configuration, in this example, when the character E is displayed, it is possible to easily recognize that the character image has been displayed up to the maximum number of times, and the player's sense of expectation can be enhanced.

In this example, the characters A to E have not only a special effect but also other notice effects (for example, a step-up notice effect that suggests the degree of expectation in stages, and an image that is displayed momentarily during the super reach effect). It is configured to appear even in the cut-in notice performance), and if the character E appears, it is configured so that the expectation (reliability) of the big hit is higher than when the other characters A to D appear. . In the special effect, the characters A to D appear almost randomly, but for the character E, when all the characters A to D gather ), the rule that if the character E appears, the degree of expectation (reliability) for a big hit is the highest.

It should be noted that, without being limited to the mode shown in this example, for example, if the character E is displayed as the fifth character image at a high rate, there is a low probability that the characters A to A will be displayed as the fifth character image. It may be configured to display C in some cases. Further, in the character image determination tables A to C, the character D or a combination of character images including the character D may be determined.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines each failure image to be displayed in the special effect (step 002IWS213). At step 002 IWS 213, the effect control CPU 120 uses a failure image determination table for determining a failure image, performs a lottery process based on random numbers, and determines a failure image.

FIG. 8-15 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the failure image determination table selected in step 002IWS213. Among them, FIG. 8-15(A) shows a specific example of the failed image determination table A for determining the first failed image. Also, FIG. 8-15(B) shows a specific example of the failed image determination table B for determining the second failed image. Also, FIG. 8-15(C) shows a specific example of the failed image determination table C for determining the third failed image. Also, FIG. 8-15(D) shows a specific example of the failed image determination table D for determining the fourth failed image. Also, FIG. 8-15(E) shows a specific example of the failed image determination table E for determining the fifth failed image. As shown in FIG. 8-15, in the failure image determination table, determination values are assigned to dialogue images and transparent images of characters as types of failure images.

As shown in FIGS. 8-15, in this example, there are two types of failed images: dialogue images and transparent images of characters. In this example, when a dialogue image is selected, the character that appeared immediately before during the special effect (the default character if no character has appeared yet during the special effect (character A in this example)). A dialogue image including characters such as "still more~" is displayed as the dialogue. In this example, when the transparent image of the character is selected, the character that appeared immediately before during the special effect (if the character has not yet appeared during the special effect, the default character (in this example, The image of the character A)) is transparently displayed.

As shown in FIG. 8-15, in this example, when the transparent image of the character is displayed as the failure image, the degree of expectation (reliability) for the big win is slightly higher than when the dialogue image is displayed. configured to be high. However, in this example, there is a possibility that up to five failed images will be displayed during the special effect, but even if the transparent image of the character is displayed five times, one character will be obtained during the special effect. It is configured so as not to exceed the jackpot expectation (20% in this example) in the case of

In addition, as shown in FIGS. 8-15 (A) and (B), in this example, when the second failure image is displayed, it is compared with when the first failure image is displayed. Therefore, the rate of displaying a transparent image of a character as a failure image is high. In addition, as shown in FIGS. 8-15 (B) and (C), in this example, when the third failure image is displayed, it is compared with when the second failure image is displayed. Therefore, the rate of displaying the transparent image of the character as the failure image is even higher. Also, as shown in FIGS. 8-15 (C) and (D), in this example, when the fourth failure image is displayed, it is compared with when the third failure image is displayed. Therefore, the rate of displaying the transparent image of the character as the failure image is even higher. In addition, as shown in FIGS. 8-15 (D) and (E), in this example, when the fifth failure image is displayed, it is compared with when the fourth failure image is displayed. Therefore, the rate of displaying the transparent image of the character as the failure image is even higher.

As shown in FIG. 8-15, in this example, as the failure image is displayed at a later timing, the proportion of the transparent image of the character with high expectation (reliability) for the big win is increased. ing. With such a configuration, in this example, it is configured so that the type of the failed image can also be noticed.

In this example, the effect pattern, the type of character image, and the type of failure image are determined by the effect control CPU 120 (effect control means), but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, by setting the effect pattern, the type of character image, and the type of failure image in the variation pattern and determining the variation pattern, the CPU 103 (game control means) side of the game control microcomputer 100 can change the effect pattern and character image. The type and the type of failed image may also be determined.

(Effect processing during variable display)
FIG. 8-16 is a flow chart showing the effect process during variable display (step S172) in the effect control process process. In the effect processing during variable display, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step 002IWS301) and subtracts 1 from the value of the variable time timer (step 002IWS302). When the process timer times out (step 002 IWS 303), the process data is switched. That is, the next process timer set value in the process table is set in the process timer (step 002 IWS 304). Also, the control state for the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data and sound number data which are set next (step 002IWS305).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the special effect is being executed (step 002IWS306). If the special effect is being executed, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the operation prompting effect for prompting the operation of the push button 31B is being executed (step 002IWS307). If the operation promotion effect is being executed, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether or not the operation of the push button 31B has been detected (step 002IWS308). If the operation of the push button 31B is not detected, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether or not the effective period of operation of the push button 31B has ended (step 002IWS309). If the valid period of operation has not expired, the process proceeds to step 002 IWS317.

When the operation of the push button 31B is detected (Y in step 002IWS308) or when the valid operation period ends (Y in step 002IWS309), the effect control CPU 120 executes a process for character effect, failure effect, or victory effect. Switch to data (step 002 IWS 310). In this example, the operating condition may be a single pressing operation of the push button 31B or a long pressing operation of the push button 31B. If the condition is satisfied, the process data is switched to the character effect or the failure effect according to the effect pattern, character image, or failure image determined in the special effect setting process. Further, when the long-pressing operation of the push button 31B is the operating condition, the process data is switched to the winning presentation process data. Next, the effect control CPU 120 restarts the process timer (step 002IWS311). Then, the process proceeds to step 002 IWS317.

When the operation promotion effect is not being executed (N in step 002IWS307), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the end timing of the effect period of character effect or failure effect has come (step 002IWS312). If it is time to end the character effect or failure effect effect period, the effect control CPU 120 switches to the process data for the operation promotion effect (step 002IWS313). Next, the effect control CPU 120 restarts the process timer (step 002IWS316). Then, the process proceeds to step 002 IWS317.

If the character effect or the failure effect is not being executed (N in step 002IWS312), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is time to end the effect period of the victory effect (step 002IWS314). If it is the end timing of the effect period of the victory effect, the effect control CPU 120 switches to the process data for the super ready-to-win effect (more precisely, the strong reach effect during the super ready-to-win effect) (step 002IWS315). Next, the effect control CPU 120 restarts the process timer (step 002IWS316). Then, the process proceeds to step 002 IWS317.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the variable time timer has timed out (step 002IWS317). If the variable time timer has timed out, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to "3" (step 002IWS318), and terminates the effect process during variable display.

In this example, the processing of steps 002IWS308 to S311 is executed, so that the player does not operate the push button 31B at all at the operation timing determined to display the character image in the special effect setting processing. However, the character image is displayed based on the elapse of the valid operation period.

It should be noted that not only the processing mode shown in this example, for example, when the player does not operate the push button 31B at all at the operation timing determined to display the character image in the special effect setting process, the failure image is displayed. It may be configured to display and execute an effect as if acquisition of the character failed. Then, the character images that were supposed to appear after all the operation timings have been completed but have not been displayed may be collectively displayed.

(Special performance time chart)
Next, a time chart of effects when a special effect is executed will be described. FIG. 8-17 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a time chart when a special effect is executed. In the example shown in FIGS. 8-17, the variation pattern PA20 or the variation pattern PB20 is determined as the variation pattern, and the effect pattern D6413 is determined as the effect pattern.

As shown in FIG. 8-17, in the special effect when the variation pattern PA20 or the variation pattern PB20 is determined and the effect pattern D6413 is determined, first, the first operation promotion prompting a single pressing operation of the push button 31B. A performance is performed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a character effect is executed according to the effect pattern D6413. In character presentation, a character image is displayed after a moving image (movie) in which the character appears.

Then, the second operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a character effect is executed according to the effect pattern D6413. Then, the third operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a failure effect is executed according to the effect pattern D6413. In the failure effect, a failure image is displayed after a predetermined failure effect moving image (movie) is displayed.

Next, the fourth operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a character effect is executed according to the effect pattern D6413. Next, the fifth operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a character effect is executed according to the effect pattern D6413. Then, the sixth operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a failure effect is executed according to the effect pattern D6413.

Next, an operation prompting effect is executed to prompt a long-pressing operation of the push button 31B. Next, when a long-pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a victory effect is executed. In the victory effect, the effect is executed in such a manner that the player battles with the enemy character and wins.

As shown in FIG. 8-17, in this example, the effect period of the failure effect is as short as 1 second, whereas the effect period of the character effect is as long as 5 seconds. In addition, in this example, the effect period of the victory effect is set to 5 seconds.

In this example, the effect period is set to 5 seconds when the character effect for acquiring characters A to D is executed, but when the character effect for acquiring character E is executed, the effect period is set to It is set to 10 seconds longer. By configuring in this way, in this example, it is possible to execute an effect that excites the acquisition of the character E with the highest degree of expectation for a big hit (reliability).

FIGS. 8-18 are explanatory diagrams showing other examples of time charts when a special effect is executed. The example shown in FIG. 8-18(1) shows the case where the variation pattern PA17 or the variation pattern PB17 is determined as the variation pattern, and the effect pattern D611 is determined as the effect pattern.

As shown in FIG. 8-18 (1), in the special effect when the variation pattern PA17 or the variation pattern PB17 is determined, and the effect pattern D611 is determined, first, the push button 31B is pressed once. is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a failure effect is executed according to the effect pattern D611. Then, the second operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a failure effect is executed according to the effect pattern D611. Then, the third operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a failure effect is executed according to the effect pattern D611. Next, the fourth operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a failure effect is executed according to the effect pattern D611. Next, the fifth operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a failure effect is executed according to the effect pattern D611.

Then, the sixth operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a character effect is executed according to the effect pattern D611. Next, an operation prompting effect is executed to prompt a long-pressing operation of the push button 31B. Next, when a long-pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a victory effect is executed.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-18(2), the variation pattern PA09 or the variation pattern PB09 is determined as the variation pattern, and the effect pattern D322 is determined as the effect pattern.

As shown in FIG. 8-18 (2), in the special effect when the variation pattern PA09 or the variation pattern PB09 is determined, and the effect pattern D322 is determined, first, the push button 31B is pressed once. is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a character effect is executed according to the effect pattern D322. Then, the second operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a failure effect is executed according to the effect pattern D322.

Then, the third operation promotion effect is executed. Next, when a pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a character effect is executed according to the effect pattern D322. Next, an operation prompting effect is executed to prompt a long-pressing operation of the push button 31B. Next, when a long-pressing operation from the push button 31B is detected, a victory effect is executed.

As shown in FIG. 8-18 (1), when the variation pattern PA17 or the variation pattern PB17 is determined and the effect pattern D611 is determined, the failure effect is executed five times, the character effect is executed once, Victory production is executed once. Therefore, the total effect period of the failure effect, the character effect, and the victory effect is 1 second×5+5 seconds+5 seconds=15 seconds. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8-18 (2), when the variation pattern PA09 or the variation pattern PB09 is determined and the effect pattern D322 is determined, the failure effect is executed once and the character effect is executed twice. , and the victory effect is executed once. Therefore, the total effect period of the failure effect, character effect, and victory effect is 1 second+5 seconds×2+5 seconds=11 seconds. Thus, in this example, when the number of possible operations is small but the number of acquired characters is large, the production period is made longer than when the number of possible operations is large but the number of acquired characters is small. In addition, the effect period is set longer for the character effect than for the failure effect.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-17 and 8-18, in this example, even if the special effect is executed according to any variation pattern and any effect pattern, at the end of the effect period, the common Based on the detection of the operation of the operation mode (long press of the push button 31B in this example), the victory effect of the common effect mode is executed. With such a configuration, in this example, even if the number of times the character image is displayed is relatively small, it is possible to disguise the fact that the expectation is low.

(Time chart for Super Reach production)
Next, the time chart of the effect when the super ready-to-win effect is executed will be described. FIG. 8-19 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a time chart when the super ready-to-win effect is executed. In this example, the super ready-to-win effect is executed when the super ready-to-win effect is executed alone during the variable display of the decoration pattern, and when the super ready-to-win effect is executed after the special effect is executed. be.

First, with reference to FIG. 8-19(1), the case where the super ready-to-win effect is executed independently during the variable display of decorative symbols will be described. The example shown in FIG. 8-19 (1) shows the case where the variation pattern PA06 or the variation pattern PB06 is determined as the variation pattern.
As shown in FIG. 8-19 (1), when the super ready-to-win effect is executed alone during the variable display of the decorative symbols, the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed with the same symbols on the image display device 5 to indicate the ready-to-win state. When it occurs, a normal leech is performed. Next, when it comes to the development timing of the super reach, first, the weak reach effect during the super reach effect is executed. Next, when the effect period of the weak reach effect ends, a predetermined developed pattern (developed pattern E in this example) is stopped and displayed on the image display device 5, and a strong reach effect (in this example, strong reach) is displayed during the super reach effect. Effect E) is executed.

Next, with reference to FIG. 8-19(2), the case where the super ready-to-win effect is executed after the special effect is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols will be described. The example shown in FIG. 8-19 (2) shows the case where the variation pattern PA21 or the variation pattern PB21 is determined as the variation pattern. As shown in FIG. 8-19 (2), when the special effect is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols, when the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed with the same symbols on the image display device 5 and a ready-to-win state occurs, A normal reach is performed. Next, when the execution timing of the special effect comes, the special effect (in this example, the special effect that the number of possible operations is 6 and the number of acquired characters is 5) is executed. Next, when the effect period of the special effect ends, a predetermined development pattern (development pattern E in this example) is stopped and displayed on the image display device 5, and a strong reach effect during the super reach effect (strong reach effect in this example) E) is executed.

From the above, in this example, when the super ready-to-win performance is executed after the special performance is executed, the weak ready-to-reach performance is not executed and the strong ready-to-reach performance is developed as it is. By providing such a configuration, in this example, it is possible to prevent the weak reach effect from being executed despite the execution of the special effect, thereby suppressing a decline in interest.

In the example shown in FIGS. 8-19, the case where super reach E is executed is shown as an example, but similarly, when super reach A is executed, development symbol A is stopped and displayed strongly. It develops into reach production A. Similarly, when super ready-to-win B is executed, development symbol B is stop-displayed and strong ready-to-win effect B is developed. Moreover, similarly, when the super reach C is executed, the development pattern C is stopped and displayed, and the strong reach performance C is developed. Further, similarly, when the super reach D is executed, the development symbol D is stopped and displayed, and the strong reach effect D is developed.

(Example of special production)
Next, the effect mode of the special effect will be described. FIGS. 8-20 to 8-26 are explanatory diagrams for explaining specific examples of special effects effects. In addition, in FIGS. 8-20 to 8-26, the display screen transitions in the order of (1), (2), (3), . . .

In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-20 to 8-26, the variation pattern PA20 or the variation pattern PB20 is determined as the variation pattern, the effect pattern D6413 is determined as the effect pattern, and the combination of the character images is "character A→character B→Character C→Character D” is determined, the first failure image to be displayed is the “words image”, and the second failure image to be displayed is the “transparent image of the character”. do.

As shown in FIG. 8-20(1), in the image display device 5, the left decorative pattern 5L (symbol "7" in this example) is first stopped and displayed during the variable display of the decorative patterns. -20 As shown in (2), the right decorative pattern 5R is the same pattern as the left decorative pattern 5L (in this example, the pattern "7" is stopped and displayed, and a ready-to-win state occurs. As shown in (2), the effect image EI1 is displayed in front of the decorative pattern, and the character image M1 of "reach" is displayed in front of the effect image EI1, and normal reach is performed. As shown in 20(1), the image display device 5 is provided with an active display area 5A for displaying active display and a pending display area 5H for displaying pending display.

Next, when it comes time to execute the special effect, as shown in FIG. 4), an effect is executed in which the character image M2 of "gathering chance" is stopped and displayed in the display area of the inner decoration pattern 5C. Next, as shown in FIG. 8-21(5), the image display device 5 enlarges and displays the character image M2 of "gathering chance", and a special effect is started.
It should be noted that when the special effect is started, as shown in FIG. 8-21(5), the variable display of the decoration pattern is reduced and displayed at the upper right end of the display screen of the image display device 5. FIG. Next, as shown in FIG. 8-21(6), the image display device 5 displays a character display for explaining the game, such as "Using the button PUSH, gather the characters and defeat the enemy!".

The examples shown in FIGS. 8-20 (1) to 8-21 (6) show an example of the flow of production that develops into a special production as a gathering chance, and according to the flow of other productions It can be developed into a special performance. For example, after the normal reach state in which the decoration pattern is in the reach state, it develops into a weak reach effect, interrupts the weak reach effect during the execution of the weak reach effect, and may develop into a special effect as a chance to gather. It may be configured as Also, for example, the display mode of the active display or the pending display changes to a mode indicating that it develops into a gathering chance (for example, a mode including character display such as "gathering"), and affects the display screen during the reach state. In this case, it may be configured so that there is a case where it becomes a gathering chance and develops into a special performance.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-21(7), the image display device 5 displays an image BT simulating the push button 31B including the characters "PUSH" and an enemy character image CZ. A first operation promotion effect is executed. Further, when the operation prompting effect is started, the display of the effect image EI2 radially spreading from the center of the display screen of the image display device 5 is also started. Also, a box image L is displayed in the upper left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, and inside the box image L (the number of currently acquired characters/the maximum number of characters that can be acquired) is displayed. In this example, a maximum of 5 characters can be acquired, and since no character has been acquired yet, "0/5" is displayed inside the box image L.

Next, when the pressing operation of the push button 31B is detected, as shown in (8) of FIG. It is displayed and the character production is executed. Next, at the end timing of the effect period (5 seconds in this example) of the character effect, the effect image EI3 is displayed from the left side of the display screen of the image display device 5, as shown in FIG. 8-22(9). At the same time, the image CA of the character A is displayed in the center of the display screen, and an effect as if the character A has cut in is executed. In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-22 (9), a character display of "Character A gathering!!" becomes.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-22 (10), the image display device 5 displays an image BT simulating a push button 31B including the characters "PUSH", and also displays an enemy character image CZ. A second operation promotion effect is executed. Further, when the operation prompting effect is started, the display of the effect image EI4 radially spreading from the center of the display screen of the image display device 5 is also started. As the effect image EI4, an image having a radiation density higher than that of the effect image EI2 displayed in FIGS. 8-21 (7) and (8) is displayed. A box image L is displayed at the upper left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, and "1/5" is displayed inside the box image L because one character has been obtained. An image CA of the obtained character A is displayed at the lower left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5 .

Next, when the pressing operation of the push button 31B is detected, as shown in (11) in FIG. It is displayed and the character production is executed. Next, at the end timing of the effect period (5 seconds in this example) of the character effect, the effect image EI5 is displayed from the right side of the display screen of the image display device 5, as shown in FIG. 8-22 (12). At the same time, the image CB of the character B is displayed in the central portion of the display screen, and an effect as if the character B has cut in is executed. In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-22 (12), a character display of "Character B gathering!!" becomes.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-23 (13), the image display device 5 displays an image BT simulating the push button 31B including the characters "PUSH" and an enemy character image CZ. A third operation promotion effect is executed. Further, when the operation prompting effect is started, the display of the effect image EI6 radially spreading from the center of the display screen of the image display device 5 is also started. As the effect image EI6, an image with a higher radiation density than the effect image EI4 displayed in FIGS. 8-22 (10) and (11) is displayed. Also, a box image L is displayed in the upper left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, and "2/5" is displayed inside the box image L because two characters have been acquired. An image CA of the acquired character A is displayed in the lower left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, and an image CB of the acquired character B is displayed in the lower right corner of the display screen of the image display device 5. be done.

Next, when the pressing operation of the push button 31B is detected, as shown in FIG. 8-23 (14), the character display DL of "still more~" is displayed as the dialogue of the image CB of the character B obtained immediately before, and is displayed for 1 second. During the performance period, the dialogue performance is executed as a failure performance, and the failure to acquire the character can be recognized.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-23 (15), the image display device 5 displays an image BT simulating the push button 31B including the characters "PUSH" and an enemy character image CZ. A fourth operation promotion effect is executed. Further, when the operation prompting effect is started, the display of the effect image EI6 radially spreading from the center of the display screen of the image display device 5 is also started. Since acquisition of the character has failed in the previous operation, the effect image EI6 with the same radiation density as in FIGS. 8-23 (13) and (14) is displayed.
Also, a box image L is displayed in the upper left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, and "2/5" is displayed inside the box image L because two characters have been acquired. An image CA of the acquired character A is displayed in the lower left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, and an image CB of the acquired character B is displayed in the lower right corner of the display screen of the image display device 5. be done.

Next, when the pressing operation of the push button 31B is detected, as shown in (16) of FIG. It is displayed and the character production is executed. Next, at the end timing of the effect period (5 seconds in this example) of the character effect, the effect image EI7 is displayed from the left side of the display screen of the image display device 5, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (17). At the same time, an image CC of the character C is displayed in the center of the display screen, and an effect as if the character C has cut in is executed. In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (17), a character display of "Character C set!!" becomes.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (18), the image display device 5 displays an image BT imitating the push button 31B including the characters "PUSH", and also displays an enemy character image CZ. The fifth operation promotion effect is executed. Further, when the operation prompting effect is started, the display of the effect image EI8 radially spreading from the center of the display screen of the image display device 5 is also started. As the effect image EI8, an image with a higher radiation density than the effect image EI6 displayed in FIGS. 8-23 (13), (14), (15), and (16) is displayed. Also, a box image L is displayed in the upper left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, and "3/5" is displayed inside the box image L since three characters have been acquired. In the lower left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, the acquired character image CA and the character C image CC are displayed, and in the lower right corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, the acquired character The image CB of B is displayed.

Next, when the pressing operation of the push button 31B is detected, as shown in (19) of FIG. It is displayed and the character production is executed. Next, at the end timing of the effect period (5 seconds in this example) of the character effect, the effect image EI9 is displayed from the right side of the display screen of the image display device 5, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (20). At the same time, the image CD of the character D is displayed in the center of the display screen, and an effect is executed as if the character D had cut in. In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (20), a character display of "Character D gathering!!" becomes.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-25 (21), the image display device 5 displays an image BT simulating the push button 31B including the characters "PUSH" and an enemy character image CZ. The sixth operation promotion effect is executed. Further, when the operation prompting effect is started, the display of the effect image EI10 radially spreading from the center of the display screen of the image display device 5 is also started. As the effect image EI10, an image with a higher radiation density than the effect image EI8 displayed in FIGS. 8-24 (18) and (19) is displayed. Also, a box image L is displayed in the upper left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, and "4/5" is displayed inside the box image L because four characters have been obtained.
In the lower left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, the image CA of the acquired character A and the image CC of the character C are displayed. An image CB of B and an image CD of character D are displayed.

Next, when the pressing operation of the push button 31B is detected, as shown in FIG. 8-25 (22), a translucent image cd of the character D obtained immediately before with increased transparency is displayed, and FIG. 8-25 (23). As shown in , an effect is executed in which the transparent image cd of the character D gradually approaches the front, and the transparent image of the character is displayed as a failure effect for a one-second effect period. Failure becomes recognizable.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-25 (24), the image display device 5 displays an image BT simulating the push button 31B including the characters "Long press!", and also displays an enemy character image CZ. Then, an operation prompting effect is executed to prompt a long-pressing operation of the push button 31B. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-25 (24), the left and right areas of the display screen of the image display device 5 are used to display characters such as "Defeat the enemy!".

Next, according to the detection of the long-pressing operation of the push button 31B, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (25), images LH and RH punching the enemy character image CZ from the left and right are displayed, and the enemy character image CZ is displayed. is displayed around the effect image EI11. Then, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (26), a character display of "WIN!"

In this example, regardless of the number of operations during the special effect, the number of successful character acquisitions, or the number of failures, as shown in FIGS. At the end of the special effect, an effect is executed in which the enemy character image CZ is defeated by a long-pressing operation. With such a configuration, in this example, even the player whose operation result during the special effect was not very good is shown the image of defeating the enemy character image CZ by finally performing the long-pressing operation. By doing so, you can avoid discouragement.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (27), in the image display device 5, as the left and right decorative patterns 5L and 5R, the development pattern D suggesting the development to the super reach D is stopped and displayed, and FIG. 8-26. As shown in (28), it develops into super reach D (specifically, strong reach D of super reach D).

Incidentally, if the game develops into a super ready-to-win effect, for example, even in the super ready-to-win effect, an effect is executed in which an enemy character is defeated and a big win is achieved. In this case, when the enemy character is defeated in the super ready-to-win effect, for example, a rainbow effect image is displayed to make it easier to recognize that the player has won a big hit. On the other hand, when the enemy character is defeated in the special effect, the rainbow mode effect image is not displayed (for example, a green or red effect image is displayed instead). By configuring as above, it is possible to make it easy to distinguish that it is a production after development to super reach.

As described above, according to the characterizing portion 002IW, the configuration of the gaming machine shown in (means 1) to (means 14) shown below is disclosed.

(Means 1) A gaming machine capable of playing a game and executing a special effect (for example, the special effects shown in FIGS. 8-20 to 8-26) capable of displaying the effect results a plurality of times Possible special effect execution means (for example, a part that selects a process table including special effects in step 002IWS104 in the effect control CPU 120 and executes steps 002IWS106 and S305) and the number of times the effect result is displayed in the special effect Set result display frequency pattern (eg, variation pattern PA07 ~ PA21, PB07 ~ PB21) to determine the result display frequency pattern determining means (eg, the part that executes step S111 in the game control microcomputer 100) and , the special effect execution means, in the special effect, as the effect results, a first result (for example, failure image) and a second result (for example, character image) suggesting that the player is more advantageous than the first result ), and a plurality of types of effect results including ), and in the special effect, the greater the number of times the second result is displayed as the effect result, the more advantageous it is to the player. is high (for example, in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, as the number of characters obtained in the special effect increases, the degree of expectation (reliability) of the big hit increases), and the number of times the result is displayed The pattern determination means includes a first result display frequency pattern (for example, variation patterns PA08, PA09, PB08, and PA09 in which the number of possible operations is 3), and a number of effect results displayed more than the first result display frequency pattern. It is possible to determine a plurality of types of result display frequency patterns including two result display frequency patterns (for example, variation patterns PA10 to PA21 and PB10 to PB21 in which the number of possible operations is 4 or more). When the second result is displayed the first number of times (for example, once), the second result display number pattern can be determined, and the second result is displayed the second number of times (for example, the first number of times) as the effect result. 2 times), the pattern of the number of times the first result is displayed can be determined, and the special effect execution means sets the effect period (for example, 1 second) as the effect result rather than the effect period when the first result is displayed as the effect result. It is characterized by executing a special effect so that the effect period (for example, 5 seconds) when the second result is displayed becomes longer (see FIGS. 8-17 and 8-18). According to such a configuration, it is possible to avoid giving an impression that the presentation is plain even if the number of presentations of the presentation result is small. In addition, it is possible to keep the fact that the purpose of the presentation is how many times the second result is displayed as the presentation result.

(Means 2) In the case of executing a special effect in which the second result is displayed the first number of times as the effect result according to the second result display frequency pattern in the means 1, the second result is displayed the second result as the effect result according to the first result display frequency pattern. Compared to the case of executing a special effect that is displayed once, the percentage that suggests that it is advantageous to the player is higher (for example, in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, the number of characters acquired in the special effect are the same, the greater the number of possible operations during the special effect, the higher the degree of expectation (reliability) for a big hit). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest when the degree of expectation is low despite the number of times of display of the effect result is large.

(Means 3) In means 1 or 2, the special effect execution means executes the special effect in which the second result is displayed the second number of times as the effect result according to the first result display frequency pattern. than when executing the special effect in which the second result is displayed the first number of times as the effect result, the special effect is executed so that the effect period is longer (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-18, the number of possible operations If the number of acquired characters is small even if the number of characters is small, compared to the case where the number of characters acquired is small even if the number of possible operations is large, the effect period is longer, so that the character effect is better than the failure effect. The performance period is set long). According to such a configuration, even if the number of times of display of the effect result is small, it is possible to prevent the effect from appearing plain.

(Means 4) In any of means 1 to 3, there are a plurality of types of second results (for example, character images of characters A to E), and the special effect execution means displays the second result as the effect result. 8-21 (8), the effect image corresponding to the type of the second result among the plurality of types of effect images (for example, a moving image in which a character image appears as shown in FIG. 8-21 (8). Effect) can be displayed, and the effect image is displayed for a common effect period (for example, 5 seconds) when displaying any of a plurality of types of effect images (Figs. 8-17 and 8- 18) may be configured as follows. According to such a configuration, even if the type of the second result is different, the rendering period does not differ, so it is possible to prevent a situation in which the rendering period differs even if the number of times the second result is displayed is the same. It is possible to prevent the player from having a sense of anticipation uselessly.

(Means 5) In any one of means 1 to 4, the special effect execution means selects a plurality of types of predetermined images (for example, character image) is displayed, and if the first result is displayed as the effect result in the special effect, the predetermined image is not displayed (for example, FIG. 8-23 (14) or FIG. 8- As shown in 25 (23), when a dialogue effect or a transparent image of a character is executed as a failure effect, the image of the character (the image of the character that is not the transparent image) is not displayed). good. According to such a configuration, since it is possible to draw attention to only the number of times the second result is displayed, it is possible to keep the gist of the presentation consistent.

(Means 6) In any one of means 1 to 5, the result display frequency pattern determination means determines that when the second result is displayed the first number of times (for example, once) as the effect result in the special effect, the second result is displayed. It is possible to determine a predetermined result display frequency pattern (for example, variation patterns PA08, PA09, PB08, PB09 in which the number of possible operations is 3) in which the number of result display times is greater than 1, and the predetermined result display frequency pattern can be used as an effect result. When the second result is displayed the first number of times, the final effect result in the predetermined result display frequency pattern is higher than the case where the second result is displayed the second time (for example, twice) as the effect result according to the predetermined result display frequency pattern. (For example, in FIGS. 8-5 to 8-11, when the number of characters acquired in the special effect is small, compared to the case where the number of characters acquired is large and the percentage of the failure image displayed at the last operation timing is reduced). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

That is, in this example, if the failure image is displayed at the final operation timing even though the number of acquired characters is small, the disappointment of the player increases. By reducing the percentage of failure images displayed in the , the decrease in interest is suppressed.

(Means 7) In any one of means 1 to 6, an action detection means (for example, push button 31B) capable of detecting a player's action during the action effective period is provided, and the special effect execution means Based on the fact that the action of the player is detected by the action detection means in (for example, the operation effective period), the effect result is displayed in the special effect (for example, the effect control CPU 120, when Y in step 002IWS 308, step 002IWS310 and subsequent processing), after the final effect result is displayed in the special effect, the last operation valid period (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-17 and 8-18, the long press operation valid period ), and the special effect executing means ends the special effect based on the fact that the motion of the player is detected by the motion detecting means in the last effective period of motion (for example, in FIGS. 8-17 and 8-18 As shown, the victory effect is executed and the special effect ends based on the detection of the long-pressing operation of the push button 31B), regardless of the number of times the second result is displayed as the effect result in the special effect, the last During the action valid period, the action detection means detects the player's action in a common mode (for example, as shown in FIGS. ) is detected, a win effect of a common effect mode is executed).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to end the special effect by the operation of the common mode, so even if the number of times the second result is displayed is relatively small, it is possible to disguise the fact that the expectation is low. .

In this example, a case of performing a long press operation of the push button 31B is shown as an operation of a common mode. There may be.

(Means 8) In any one of means 1 to 7, there are a plurality of types of second results (for example, character images of characters A to E), and the special effect execution means selects the second result as the effect result in the special effect. The results can be displayed up to the upper limit number of times (for example, 5 times), and when the second result is displayed as the effect result for the upper limit number of times in the special effect, the common second result ( For example, a character image of character E) may be displayed (see FIG. 8-14(E)). According to such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize that the number of times of the second result is the upper limit.

(Means 9) In any one of means 1 to 8, there are a plurality of types of first results (for example, dialogue images and transparent images of characters), and any type of first result is used as the effect result in the special effect. Depending on whether it is displayed, the ratio at which it is suggested that it is advantageous to the player differs (for example, as shown in FIGS. Compared to the case where the image is displayed, the degree of expectation (reliability) for the big hit is slightly higher), and the special effect execution means displays the effect result for the first time when the effect result is displayed for the second time. It is easier to display the first result, which suggests that it is advantageous to the player, than when displaying it (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-15, as the failure image is displayed at a later timing) , a ratio of displaying a transparent image of a character with a high expectation (reliability) for a big hit is high). With such a configuration, attention can also be drawn to the type of the first result.

(Means 10) In any one of means 1 to 9, when the second result is displayed a second number of times (for example, three or four times) as the effect result in the special effect, the second result is displayed as the effect result. is displayed the first time (for example, once, twice), the ratio of displaying more first results as a production result is higher (for example, in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, special When the number of acquired characters is 3 or 4 in the production, the selection rate is higher than when the number of acquired characters is 1 or 2, and as a result, when the number of acquired characters is 3 or 4. The ratio of displaying failure images is higher in the case of the above). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest by making it easier for chances to increase as the number of times the second result is displayed increases.

(Means 11) In any one of means 1 to 10, the special effect executing means, in the special effect, sets the second result as the effect result to a third result that is greater than the second number of times (for example, 3 times or 4 times). It is possible to display the number of times (for example, 5 times), and in the special effect, when the second result is displayed the second number of times as the effect result, the effect result is higher than the case where the second result is displayed the third time as the effect result. (For example, in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, if the maximum number of characters acquired in the special effect is 5, there is no opportunity to display a failure image in the first place. When the number of acquired characters is 3 or 4, the proportion of failure images displayed is higher when the number of acquired characters is 3 or 4). may be According to such a configuration, it is possible to keep the gist of the presentation intact.

(Means 12) In any one of means 1 to 11, reach effect execution means (for example, super reach effect execution means in step 002 IWS 104 in effect control CPU 120 that can execute a plurality of types of reach effect (for example, super reach A to E) A part for selecting a process table including a ready-to-win effect and executing steps 002 (IWS106, S305), and according to the number of times the second result is displayed in the special effect, any one of a plurality of types of ready-to-win effects is performed. is executed (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, when one character is acquired in the special effect, Super Reach A is executed after the special effect is executed. When two characters are acquired in the special performance, super reach B is executed after the special performance is executed, and when three characters are acquired in the special performance, super reach C is executed after the special performance is executed. When four characters are acquired in the special performance, super reach D is executed after the special performance is executed, and when five characters are acquired in the special performance, super reach E is executed after the special performance is executed. ) may be configured as follows. According to such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the number of times the second result is displayed.

In this example, when one character is obtained in the special effect, the super reach A is executed after the special effect is executed, and when two characters are obtained in the special effect, the super reach A is performed after the special effect is executed. When reach B is executed and three characters are obtained in the special effect, super reach C is executed after the special effect is executed, and when four characters are obtained in the special effect, super is obtained after the special effect is executed. When the reach D is executed and five characters are obtained in the special performance, the super reach E is executed after the execution of the special performance. Configured to evolve into reach.

(Means 13) In any of means 1 to 12, a weak reach effect (for example, a weak reach effect shown in FIG. 8-19) and a predetermined effect result in the weak reach effect (for example, FIG. 8-19 A strong reach effect (for example, a strong reach effect shown in FIGS. 8-19) executed based on the display of the development pattern shown) and a reach effect execution means capable of executing a reach effect (for example, Step 002IWS104 in the effect control CPU 120 selects the process table including the super ready-to-win effect and executes steps 002IWS106 and S305), and the ready-to-win effect execution means executes the weak reach effect when the special effect is executed. (For example, as shown in FIG. 8-19, when the super reach effect is executed after the special effect is executed, the strong reach effect is executed without executing the weak reach effect. It may be configured to develop into a reach production). According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the weak reach effect from being executed even though the special effect is executed, and suppress the decrease in interest.

(Means 14) In any one of means 1 to 13, when the second result is displayed once as the effect result in the special effect, it is better than the case where the first result is displayed multiple times as the effect result in the special effect. 8-15, even if the transparent image of the character is displayed five times, the probability of obtaining one character during the special effect is high. It may be constructed so as not to exceed the degree of expectation for a big hit (20% in this example). According to such a configuration, it is possible to increase the appearance frequency of the first result.

(Modification)
In the characteristic part 002IW described above, it may be possible to execute a suspension/active notice effect for changing the display mode of the suspension display or the active display based on the look-ahead determination result.
A modified example in which the suspension/active notice effect can be executed will be described below.

In the modification, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) detects the starting winning in the starting winning determination process (step S101), the random number for judging the big hit, the random number for determining the type of variation pattern, and the variation pattern Random numbers for determination are extracted, and based on these extracted random numbers, whether or not a big hit will be achieved and the type of variation pattern are determined in advance. Then, the CPU 103 transmits to the effect control CPU 120 a prefetch determination result specification command that can specify the prefetch determination result.

(Prefetching notice setting processing in modified example)
FIG. 8-27 is a flow chart showing pre-reading notice setting processing (step S161) in the modification. In the pre-reading notice setting process of the modified example, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not a pre-reading determination result designation command is received (step 002IWS401). If the prefetch determination result designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 performs lottery processing based on random numbers based on the prefetch determination result indicated by the received prefetch determination result designation command, and holds/active notice effect. (Step 002 IWS 402).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is decided to execute the suspension/active notice effect (step 002IWS403). When it is decided to execute the pending/active notice effect, the effect control CPU 120 performs a lottery process based on random numbers, and holds/active which is a change pattern of the pending display and the active display in the pending/active notice effect. Determine the active change pattern (step 002 IWS 404).

In this modification, the suspension/active notice effect is executed according to the determined suspension/active change pattern, thereby changing the display mode of the suspension display (for example, changing the display color or display shape) at the stage of the suspension display. , an effect such as changing the display mode of the active display (for example, changing the display color or display shape) is executed. Also, an effect is executed in which the display mode is changed in a plurality of steps from the stage of the suspended display to the stage of the active display.

In addition, in this modification, for example, the display color of the pending display and the active display is changed from the normal display color (for example, white) to gold, red, or blue. In this case, as already explained, when the special effect is executed, the degree of expectation (reliability) for the big win when the maximum of 5 characters is acquired is 60%, but the display of the pending display or the active display. When the color changes to gold, the degree of expectation for a big hit (reliability) is 70%, which may exceed the degree of expectation for a special performance. In addition, as already explained, when the special effect is executed, the degree of expectation (reliability) for winning the jackpot when up to three characters are acquired is 40%, but the display color of the pending display and the active display is red. , the degree of expectation for a big hit (reliability) is 50%, which may exceed the degree of expectation for a special performance.

On the other hand, if the display color of the pending display or active display changes to blue, the degree of expectation (reliability) for a big hit is 5%, but even if a maximum of 5 failure images are displayed during the special effect (especially , even if the transparent image of the character is displayed five times), it is configured so as not to exceed the degree of expectation for a big hit (5% in this modification) when the display color of the pending display or active display changes to blue. there is

(Variable display start setting process in modified example)
FIG. 8-28 is a flowchart showing the variable display start setting process (step S171) in the modification. In the variable display setting process of the modified example, the effect control CPU 120 executes the special effect setting process (step 002 IWS 103), and then executes the hold/active notice effect setting process for setting the effect mode of the hold/active notice effect. (step 002IWS103X).

(Holding/active notice effect setting process in modified example)
FIG. 8-29 is a flow chart showing the suspension/active notice effect setting process (step 002IWS103X) in the modification. In the pending/active notice effect setting process of the modified example, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not the current variable display is subject to change in the display mode of the pending display (step 002IWS501). Whether or not the display mode of the pending display is subject to change can be specifically determined by confirming the pending/active change pattern determined in the pre-reading notice setting process. If the display mode of the pending display is subject to change, the effect control CPU 120 sets the execution of the action effect during the variable display of the decorative symbols (step 002IWS502). In addition, the effect control CPU 120 sets normal change timing as the timing for changing the display mode of the pending display (step 002IWS503). In addition, in this modification, the normal change timing is the timing immediately after the start of the variable display of the decoration pattern, and is the timing before the execution timing of the super ready-to-win effect and the special effect.

If the display mode of the pending display is not subject to change, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether or not the current variable display is subject to change of the display mode of the active display (step 002IWS504). Whether or not the display mode of the active display is subject to change can be specifically determined by confirming the hold/active change pattern determined in the pre-reading notice setting process.

If the display mode of the active display is to be changed, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the special effect is executed in the current variable display (step 002IWS505). When the special effect is executed, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not two or more failure images are displayed in the special effect (step 002IWS506). It should be noted that whether or not the special effect is executed and whether or not two or more failure images are displayed can be specifically determined by confirming the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command. When two or more failure images are displayed, the effect control CPU 120 performs lottery processing based on random numbers using an image replacement determination table for determining the presence or absence of image replacement and the timing of image replacement. The presence or absence of image replacement and the image replacement timing are determined (step 002 IWS 507).

FIG. 8-30 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the symbol replacement determination table. Among them, FIG. 8-30(A) shows a specific example of the image replacement determination table A for determining the presence or absence of image replacement and the image replacement timing when there are two failed images. . FIG. 8-30B shows a specific example of the image replacement determination table B for determining whether or not to replace images and the timing of image replacement when there are three failed images. Also, FIG. 8-30(C) shows a specific example of the image replacement determination table C for determining the presence or absence of image replacement and the image replacement timing when there are four failed images. FIG. 8-30(D) shows a specific example of the image replacement determination table D for determining the presence or absence of image replacement and the image replacement timing when there are five failed images.

As shown in FIG. 8-30(A), if there are two failed images, there is a 95% chance that the image will be determined without image replacement, and a 5% chance that the second failed image will be displayed. Images can be replaced.

As shown in FIG. 8-30(B), when there are three failed images, there is a probability of 85% that the image will not be replaced, and there is a probability of 5% that the display timing of the second failed image will be the same. The image is replaced, and the image is replaced at the display timing of the third failed image with a probability of 10%.

As shown in FIG. 8-30(C), when there are four failed images, there is a 55% probability that the image will not be replaced, and a 5% probability that the second failed image will be displayed. The image is replaced with a probability of 10% at the timing of displaying the third failure image, and at the timing of displaying the fourth failure image with a probability of 30%.

As shown in FIG. 8-30(D), when there are four failed images, there is a 5% chance that the image will be determined without image replacement, and a 5% chance that the second failed image will be displayed at the timing of display. The image is replaced, with a 10% chance of replacing the image when the 3rd failure image is displayed, and with a 30% chance of replacing the image when the 4th failure image is displayed, with a 50% probability. The image is replaced at the display timing of the fifth failed image.

Note that if it is decided to replace the image at the timing of displaying the second failure image, an effect of replacing the image with the failure image at the timing of displaying the second failure image and changing the display mode of the active display is executed. be. Further, when it is decided to replace the image at the timing of displaying the third failure image, an effect is executed to replace the image with the failure image at the timing of displaying the third failure image and change the display mode of the active display. be. Further, when it is decided to replace the image at the timing of displaying the fourth failure image, an effect is executed to replace the image with the failure image at the timing of displaying the fourth failure image and change the display mode of the active display. be. Further, when it is decided to replace the image at the display timing of the fifth failure image, an effect is executed to replace the failure image with the failure image at the display timing of the fifth failure image and change the display mode of the active display. be.

As shown in FIG. 8-30, this modified example is configured such that the display mode of the active display is easily changed by replacing the failed image with the failed image at a high rate as the display timing of the subsequent failed image comes. With such a configuration, in this modified example, even if character acquisition failures continue, interest is not reduced.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is decided to replace the image (step 002IWS508). When it is decided to replace the image, the effect control CPU 120 sets to replace the failed image at the determined replacement timing with a change in the display mode of the active display (step 002IWS509).

If the special effect is not to be executed (N of step 002IWS505), if only one failure image is displayed (Y of step 002IWS506), or if it is decided not to replace the image (N of step 002IWS508) , the effect control CPU 120 sets the execution of the action effect during the variable display of the decorative symbols (step 002IWS510).
Moreover, the effect control CPU 120 sets normal change timing as the timing for changing the display mode of the active display (step 002IWS511). In addition, in this modification, the normal change timing is the timing immediately after the start of the variable display of the decoration pattern, and is the timing before the execution timing of the super ready-to-win effect and the special effect.

As described above, by executing the processing of steps 002IWS505 to S509, in this modification, when the special effect is executed during execution of the suspension/active notice effect, the failure image is displayed at the display timing of the failure image. It is configured so that the display mode of the active display may be changed by replacing it. However, in this modified example, if the display mode of the active display changes during the execution of the special effect, the execution of the effect effect is not set (see step 002 IWS510), so the active display is displayed as it is without executing the effect effect. The display mode of changes.

In addition, not only the processing mode shown in this modified example, but also the display mode of the first failure image may be replaced with a change in the display mode of the active display. It may be configured such that it may be replaced with a change in the display mode of the active display on condition that it is the display timing of the third and subsequent failure images.

(Effect processing during variable display in the modified example)
FIGS. 8-31 and 8-32 are flowcharts showing the effect processing during variable display (step S172) in the modification. In the variable display effect process of the modified example, the processes of steps 002IWS301 to S305 are the same as those processes shown in FIG. 8-16.

In this modification, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is time to execute the effect effect (step 002IWS3051). If it is the execution timing of action production, the production control CPU 3051 switches to process data for action production (step 002 IWS 3052). Next, the effect control CPU 120 restarts the process timer (step 002IWS3053). Then, the process proceeds to step 002 IWS317.

If it is not time to execute the action effect, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is the normal change timing of the pending display or the active display (step 002IWS3054). If it is the normal change timing of the pending display or the active display, the effect control CPU 120 changes the display mode of the pending display or the active display according to the pending/active change pattern determined in the pre-reading advance notice setting process (step 002IWS3055). In this case, for example, the display color of the pending display or active display is changed from the normal display color (for example, white) to a display color such as gold, red, or blue. Then, the process proceeds to step 002 IWS317. The processing of steps 002IWS306-S309 is the same as those processing shown in FIG. 8-16.

In addition, in this modification, when the operation of the push button 31B is detected (Y in step 002IWS308) or when the operation effective period ends (Y in step 002IWS309), the effect control CPU 120 replaces the image. It is confirmed whether or not it is the determined timing (step 002IWS3091). If it is the timing at which image replacement is determined, the effect control CPU 120 switches to process data for effecting an active change (step 002IWS3092). Next, the effect control CPU 120 restarts the process timer (step 002IWS311). Then, the process proceeds to step 002 IWS317. The processing of steps 002IWS310-S312 is the same as those processing shown in FIG. 8-16.

Further, in this modification, if the character effect or failure effect is not being executed (N in step 002 IWS 312), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is time to decide to replace the image ( Step 002 IWS3121). If it is the timing of determining the replacement of the image, the effect control CPU 120 changes the display mode of the active display according to the hold/active change pattern determined in the pre-reading notice setting process (step 002IWS3122). In this case, for example, the display color of the active display is changed from a normal display color (for example, white) to a display color such as gold, red, or blue.

(Example of production in modified example)
Next, an effect mode in the modified example will be described. FIGS. 8-33 to 8-35 are explanatory diagrams for explaining specific examples of rendering modes in the modification. In addition, in FIGS. 8-33 to 8-35, the display screen transitions in the order of (1), (2), (3), . . .

First, with reference to FIG. 8-33, an effect mode will be described in which the display mode of the active display is changed at normal change timing in the hold/active notice effect without image replacement. In this case, as shown in FIG. 8-33(1), the image display device 5 starts the variable display of the left, middle, and right decorative patterns 5L, 5C, and 5R. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-33(1), the image display device 5 is provided with an active display area 5A for displaying active display and a pending display area 5H for displaying pending display.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-33 (2), when the execution timing of the effect effect comes, the effect effect is executed in such a manner that the image ST imitating a star moves from above toward the active display. Then, as shown in FIG. 8-33(3), the star-like image ST collides with and acts on the active display, and the display mode of the active display changes. Note that the example shown in FIG. 8-33(3) shows a case where the display color of the active display changes from the normal display color (for example, white) to red.

Next, with reference to FIGS. 8-34 and 8-35, an effect mode in the case of changing the display mode of the active display by replacing it with a failure image during execution of the special effect will be described.

In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-34 and 8-35, the variation pattern PA08 or the variation pattern PB08 is determined as the variation pattern, the effect pattern D311 is determined as the effect pattern, and displayed in the first and second. Assume that a "transparent image of a character" is determined as the failed image. Also, it is assumed that it is decided to replace the image at the display timing of the second failed image.

In this modified example, at the timing of the first operation, as shown in FIG. 8-34(1), the image display device 5 displays an image BT simulating a push button 31B including characters "PUSH". At the same time, the character image CZ of the enemy is displayed, and the first operation prompting effect is executed. Further, when the operation prompting effect is started, the display of the effect image EI2 radially spreading from the center of the display screen of the image display device 5 is also started. Also, a box image L is displayed in the upper left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, and "0/5" is displayed inside the box image L because no characters have been obtained yet. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-34(1), the image display device 5 is provided with an active display area 5A for displaying active display and a pending display area 5H for displaying pending display.

Next, when the pressing operation of the push button 31B is detected, as shown in FIG. 8-34(2), the transparent image ca with increased transparency of the character A is displayed by default, as shown in FIG. 8-34(3). , an effect is executed in which the transparent image ca of the character A gradually approaches the front, and the transparent image of the character is displayed as a failure effect for a one-second effect period, thereby failing to obtain the character. becomes recognizable.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-34(4), the image display device 5 displays an image BT simulating the push button 31B including the characters "PUSH" and an enemy character image CZ. A second operation promotion effect is executed. Further, when the operation prompting effect is started, the display of the effect image EI2 radially spreading from the center of the display screen of the image display device 5 is also started. Since acquisition of the character has failed in the previous operation, the effect image EI2 with the same radiation density as in FIGS. 8-34 (2) and (3) is displayed. A box image L is displayed in the upper left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, and "0/5" is displayed inside the box image L because no character has been obtained yet.

Next, when the depression of the push button 31B is detected, as shown in FIG. 8-35(5), the effect image EI2 is displayed from the right side of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the A character display M3 of "hold up!!" is displayed, and an effect is executed to suggest that the display mode of the active display is changed by replacing it with a failure image.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-35(6), the display mode of the active display changes. Note that the example shown in FIG. 8-35(6) shows a case where the display color of the active display changes from the normal display color (for example, white) to red.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-35(6), the image display device 5 displays an image BT simulating the push button 31B including the characters "PUSH" and an enemy character image CZ. A third operation promotion effect is executed. Further, when the operation prompting effect is started, the display of the effect image EI2 radially spreading from the center of the display screen of the image display device 5 is also started. Since acquisition of the character has failed in the previous operation, the effect image EI2 with the same radiation density as in FIGS. 8-34 (2), (3), and (4) is displayed.
Also, a box image L is displayed in the upper left corner of the display screen of the image display device 5, and "0/5" is displayed inside the box image L because no characters have been obtained yet.

As described above, according to the modified example, the configuration of the gaming machine shown in the following (means 15) to (means 18) is disclosed.

(Means 15) Any one of means 1 to 14 includes corresponding display means (for example, active display area 5A) capable of displaying a corresponding display (active display) corresponding to the variable display, and the special effect execution means is , in the special effect, it is possible to display a third result suggesting that the player is more advantageous than the first result as the effect result, and to change the display mode of the corresponding display as the third result (for example, active When the first result is displayed a predetermined number of times during the period until the second result is displayed as the effect result, the first result is displayed a specific number of times less than the predetermined number of times as the effect result. The special effect can be executed by displaying the third result as the effect result after displaying the first result at a higher rate than when displaying the special effect (for example, as shown in FIG. As the display timing of the failure image comes, the display mode of the active display can be easily changed by replacing the failure image with the failure image at a high rate. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the interest from being lowered even when the first results are consecutive. In addition, in the special effect, as a result, it is possible to create a sense of anticipation for the results of the character acquisition and the change in the display mode of the active display.

(Means 16) In means 15, variable display execution capable of executing variable display based on the passage of the game medium (eg, game ball) through the starting area (eg, first start winning opening, second starting winning opening) Means (for example, a portion that executes steps S110 to S113 in the game control microcomputer 100) and a variable display pattern determination means (for example, a variable display pattern) capable of determining a variable display pattern (for example, a game control microcomputer 100 a part that executes step S111) and corresponding display change determination means that determines a change in the display mode of the corresponding display when the game medium passes through the starting area part), the special effect is executed corresponding to the variable display pattern, and the special effect executing means, when executing the special effect in the variable display in which the display mode of the corresponding display changes, the first effect as the effect result. The first result is replaced with the third result at the display timing of displaying the result (for example, if it is decided to replace the image at the display timing of the second failure image, the second failure image is displayed). At the display timing of the image, the failed image is replaced with the failed image to change the display mode of the active display. If it is decided to replace the image with the display timing of the fourth failure image, the effect is executed to change the display mode of the active display by replacing the failure image with the failure image at the display timing of the failure image 4. At the timing of displaying the first failure image, the image is replaced with the failure image to change the display mode of the active display. , an effect of changing the display mode of the active display by replacing with the failure image at the timing of displaying the fifth failure image). According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute an effect with a high degree of freedom.

In addition, in this modification, the case is shown in which the image is replaced by the variable display of the notice target after the hold/active change pattern is determined at the time of the start winning, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, it is also possible to decide whether or not a special effect will be executed with variable display of the notice target in advance at the start of winning a prize, and to determine a hold/active change pattern that changes the display mode of the active display by changing to a failure image during the special effect. may be configured to be That is, it may be configured such that whether or not to change the display mode of the active display by changing to the failure image during the special effect is determined at the time of starting winning.

(Means 17) In means 15 or 16, corresponding display change effect executing means (for example, step in effect control CPU 120) for executing corresponding display change effect (for example, suspension/active notice effect) for changing the display mode of corresponding display S3055, S3122 part) and an action effect execution means (for example, effect control (a part for executing steps S3052 and S3053 in the CPU 120 for processing), and the special effect execution means changes the display mode of the corresponding display without executing the action effect when displaying the third result as the effect result in the special effect. (For example, if the display mode of the active display changes during execution of the special effect, the execution of the effect effect is not set (see step 002 IWS510), so the active display is displayed as it is without executing the effect effect. A notification image (for example, character display M3 of "Hold up!!" shown in FIG. According to such a configuration, when the third result is displayed as the effect result in the special effect, the effect unique to the special effect can be executed.

(Means 18) In any one of means 15 to 17, game control means (for example, a game control microcomputer 100) for controlling the progress of the game, and control the performance based on information from the game control means. Production control means (for example, production control CPU 120) is provided, and the production control means determines at which display timing the first result, the second result, or the third result is displayed as the production result in the special production. (for example, a part that executes steps 002IWS103 and S103X in the effect control CPU 120). According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute an effect with a high degree of freedom.

1 Pachinko game machine 2 Game board 3 Game machine frames 4A, 4B Special symbol display device 5 Image display device 6A Winning ball device 6B Variable winning ball device 7 Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R Speaker 9... Game effect lamp 10... General prize winning port 11... Main board 12... Production control board 13... Audio control board 14... Lamp control board 15... Relay board 20... Normal symbol display 21... Gate switches 22A, 22B... Starting port Switch 23 ... Count switch 30 ... Ball operating handle 31A ... Stick controller 31B ... Push button 32 ... Movable body 100 ... Game control microcomputer 101, 121 ... ROM
102, 122... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124... random number circuit 105, 125... I/O
120 ... CPU for production control
123: display control unit

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A gaming machine capable of playing games,
a special effect executing means capable of executing a special effect capable of displaying the result of the effect a plurality of times;
result display frequency pattern determination means for determining a result display frequency pattern in which the number of times the effect result is displayed in the special effect is set;
a corresponding display means capable of displaying a corresponding display corresponding to the variable display,
The effect result of the special effect includes a first result, and a second result and a third result suggesting that the player is more advantageous than the first result,
In the special effect, the greater the number of times the second result is displayed as the result of the effect, the higher the rate of suggesting that it is advantageous for the player,
The special production execution means is
As the third result, it is possible to change the display mode of the corresponding display,
When the first result is displayed a predetermined number of times before the second result is displayed as the effect result, the ratio is higher than when the first result is displayed a specific number of times less than the predetermined number of times as the effect result. The special effect can be executed by displaying the third result as the effect result after displaying the first result in
A gaming machine characterized by:

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